Hidden Function, Seamless Form: A Modern Kitchen Redefined
This kitchen design is defined by clean-lined cabinets with a matte finish that blend seamlessly into the wall, creating a smooth and modern look. The handleless fronts enhance the minimalist aesthetic, while the pocket doors reveal hidden storage and workspaces, allowing the kitchen to transform […]
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12 Common Kitchen Design Mistakes to Avoid
Even the most beautiful kitchen can fall short if it doesn’t function well. Poor layouts, bad lighting, and limited storage are common mistakes that frustrate homeowners and waste space. Here are the most frequent design errors and how to prevent them. Poor Layout A poorly […]
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16 Things People With Always-Clean Homes Never Do
Clean homes don’t require more time, just better habits. People who keep tidy spaces avoid small behaviors that lead to clutter. Here are 10 habits they skip and a few you might not expect. 1. Leave the Kitchen Dirty After Using It Rather than creating […]
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Distinctive Sculptural Art Work to Spice Up Your Home
Sculptural artwork is an effortless way to bring art and dimension into home décor. Whether it’s a small piece on a shelf or a large statement sculpture in an entryway, the right artwork can elevate any room. Thoughtful placement, lighting, and display techniques ensure these […]
Best OfSculptural artwork is an effortless way to bring art and dimension into home décor. Whether it’s a small piece on a shelf or a large statement sculpture in an entryway, the right artwork can elevate any room. Thoughtful placement, lighting, and display techniques ensure these pieces stand out. Homedit explored Miami Art Week and found some of the most fun, funky, and creative sculptures—here are our favorites.
These blinged-out buddha figures were one of the first things we saw. Created by German-born Metis Atash, they are inspired by love and the people of Bali. As the Aldo Castillo Gallery writes, her works “combine conceptual, minimalist, and pop art traditions.”
“Data Center” by New Jersey artist Alex Dikowski is a commentary on popular culture and media. His website says that “his mixed media art works often refer to pop and mass culture. By rejecting the widely accepted criteria of progress in a civilized society, his works reference an alternative view of our economic, technological, and social state of affairs.”
Athletic, faceless figures climbing up the wall are engaging and interesting. Created by Colombia’s Ancizar Marin, they are made from fiberglass and auto paint. Fascinated by sculpture since his teens, Marin creates all kinds of art work using materials including chrome, bronze, volcano rock, wood, resin and fiberglass.
Angela Ellsworth’s Seer Bonnet is part of a series of pioneer bonnets that are covered in thousands of steel, pearl-tipped corsage pins. The beautifully adorned outside is a contrast to the painful looking interior. The bonnets are meant to represent the 35 wives of Mormon founder Joseph Smith. “Ellsworth re-imagines this community of women with their own visionary and revelatory powers, as they pioneer new personal histories,” write her website.
Busts have been a fixture in art collections for centuries, and today’s artists are showing a fresh take on the concept in a variety of ways. Primarily known for his paintings, Willy Ramos also creates Gauguin-esque sculptures such as this one. We are particularly taken by the combination of abstract features with more realistic ones.
A ceramic bust from the Arte Collective is haunting, thanks to the expressive eye and face. At the same time, this art work is a bit funky thanks to the neck of the bust.
A classically shaped bust gets a new spin from neon colors and pop art styling by Greek artist Thanasis Lalas. Lalas is first a writer and publisher, who changed the course of his life, focusing on art and artists, after randomly meeting Andy Warhol.
Sculptor Elsa Marina Losada, working under the title Elmar, is a plastic artist, muralist and sculptures. She paints with different techniques such as oils, acrylic on canvas, and ceramic tiles which she uses to create murals and other pieces. This bright and colorful bust is somewhat cubist and we love it.
Manolo Valdés works across mediums, producing witty art works that include drawings, paintings, and sculptures. His pieces examine social topics and everyday issues. This sculptural take on the bust of a woman is quirky and fun.
These tribal-like art works are covered with teal colored beetle wings, threads and fibers. Fiber artist Star Trauth creates her totems using traditional fiber art materials along with unconventional materials. She begins with the cylindrical canvas, adding elements that she finds interesting, such as metal, bark, insect parts, and paper.
A fantastic mermaid sculpture by the Athens Gallery is highlighted by neon light and plexiglass. Again, part classic, part modern, this is a sculpture that would dominate a larger space.
This art work, also from the Athens Gallery is rustic, overall, but features spectacular glass work in the body of the fish. Illuminated from behind, the fish seems to glow.
Covered with colorful fused glass pieces, this thoughtful mannequin strikes a pose. Blink Art Resources and Banz Studios presented the piece, along with other magnificent glass installation art work.
Sculptor Brian Russell draws inspiration from forms and rhythms in nature, ancient artifacts, math, and science. His works are organic, modern and colorful. Originally working as photographer, he became snared of working with his hands. After doing some carving with stone and wood, he moved on to large sculptures made from scrap steel and industrial detritus.
Artist Daniela Arboleda’s mixed media installation includes this colorful cow. Arboleda is passionate about color and her talents span art, advertising, and writing. the Ecuadorian artist and her husband founded ARTbrand, which is a team of professional communicators and artists producing plastic and digital art work, some of which is used in advertising
Dressmakers’ mannequins have been popular in home decor for some time, but this monochrome work is different. From the texture of the papier-mâché dress on the form to the style of the “garment,” it has a bet of an otherworldly feel.
The French-born, Los Angeles artist Thierry Guetta, known as Mr. Brainwash, took up street art after working as videographer and used clothing store. A friend of the well-known but secretive and unidentified Banksy, Mr. Brainwash makes all sorts of creative art work including paintings. It has also been alleged that Guetta’s connection to Banksy is more than casual.
Vibrantly embellished musical instruments make for a colorful display. The painting turns discarded instruments into sculptural art works.
Called art and not taxidermy, Florida artist Enrique Gomez de Molina creates pieces by sewing together parts of exotic animals, creating new creatures. Although he works to raise awareness of the extinction of exotic creatures, the artist was jailed for 20 months for smuggling endangered wildlife into the United States.
These sculptures are created by NONOS, the artistic team of sisters Franziska and Mercedes Welte. The duo creates the figures from metals, polymers, non-fading pigments, epoxy resin and fiberglass.
Art master Harry Bertoia created this culture from melt-coated brass over steel. The artist created variations on this piece in a variety of sizes, from room-size screen installations to smaller tabletop sculptural art works.
Trained as an engineer, sculptor Jim Keller turned a lifelong love of wood into a new career as a studio artist. His staten says the he works to “combine the circular form, fair curves and drama with the character and natural beauty of a piece of wood, to create a sculpture highlighting natural edges and negative space to create an individual unique sculpture.”
Full body sculptures are a great addition to a space and this one is interesting for its shiny material, monochrome coloring and deflated appearance. It’s such a natural body pose, yet the inordinately long and thin legs and “empty” user body make it a bit Tim Burton-esque.
Some of us are old enough to remember the wax faux fruit that our grandparents kept as decor but this is oh so much better. Giant, shiny pop-art cherries make for a slick piece of sculptural art work. The collection includes a variety of fruits that are sparkly and spiky.
Brianna Martray is a painter, sculptor and installation artist who loves to paint with her hands. After a long journey through many careers, and a constant flow of paintings, she fortuitously met a sculptor who introduced her to the methods and techniques the she now uses. Martray’s art works feature biomorphic shapes, with which she is fascinated.
Venezuelan artist Gian Pablo Polito Sculco is know for his humorous pieces, like this melting Rubkis Cube. Although his pieces are currently in the Pop Art genre, he does not rule out evolving into other type of work. He write: “I look for the intimate part of the human being, the childish, those memories of a child that one never sees forgotten, the joys, the toys and the tastes that you treasure for the rest of your life.”
Artist Troy Abbott may be best known for his digital birds in cages, but this unusual lion sculptures drew a great deal of attention at the Miami art fairs. Covered in feathers, fur and an alligator hide back, it is a dramatic and intricately constructed art work made from an unexpected collection of materials.
From unusual to traditional, to pop art and abstract — there is a style of sculpture that will appeal to almost anyone. As with other art mediums, find the style and pieces that speak to you and build a collection to enhance your life and your home decor. Whether you can afford to start with well-known artists, or focus on up-and-coming or local artists, try to make sculptural art work a part of your home.
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25 Good Housewarming Gifts
When a friend or family member moves into a new house, it’s customary to bring a small gift to celebrate the achievement. You can bring the gift to a housewarming party or when you visit their new home for the first time. The average price […]
Best OfWhen a friend or family member moves into a new house, it’s customary to bring a small gift to celebrate the achievement. You can bring the gift to a housewarming party or when you visit their new home for the first time.
The average price range for a housewarming gift is between $20 and $50, although you can spend more on those you have a close relationship with. To find the perfect gift, consider the recipient’s interests, needs, and lifestyle.
1. A Money Tree
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Houseplants are a good housewarming gift idea, and The Money Tree is a top choice. It’s an easy-to-care-for plant with a unique design featuring a twisted trunk and lush leaves. The Money Tree is a common plant in Feng Shui to bring luck and prosperity.
2. A Ring Doorbell
Gift safety with a video camera doorbell. Ring Doorbells, or similar models, are easy to install, allowing users to see and speak to people from their connected phone app. The app also provides notifications anytime the sensor engages or someone rings the doorbell.
3. Dutch Oven
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An enameled cast iron Dutch oven is a good housewarming gift for those who enjoy cooking. These pots come in several colors and price ranges. They’re a high-quality gift that will last for years to come.
4. A Housewarming Candle
Candles are a welcome gift, and this one is unique to those who’ve just moved into a new home. The “Good Vibes for Your New Place” candle has a stress-relieving lavender scent and 45-50 hours of burn time.
5. Rachel Ray Cookie Sheets
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A set of high-quality cookie sheets like these from Rachel Ray will last for years. These pans are ideal for those who love to bake or young adults with limited kitchen supplies. The nonstick cookie sheets come in a set of three and in five different grip colors.
6. Acacia Serving Tray
If your giftee loves hosting parties, consider a serving tray like this one made of Acacia. It’s solid wood and features handles for easy transport. It also doubles as an ottoman or bedside tray.
7. A Set of Hand Soap
Gift this Raw Sugar hand soap set to those who enjoy “green” products and like fruity scents. The four-pack includes fragrances like lemon sugar, watermelon fresh mint, coconut mango, and pineapple berry coconut.
8. A 2.6 qt Air Fryer
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Anyone who doesn’t have an air fryer is missing out on easy and delicious food, which is why this 2.6 qt Air Fryer is the perfect gift. It’s under $50, features a digital display, and comes in fun colors like aqua, red, white, gray, and black.
9. Acrylic Fridge Calendar
Give the gift of organization with this acrylic fridge calendar. It’s magnetic, so it can stick anywhere on the fridge, and it comes with a monthly and weekly planner. It also includes six dry-erase markers, an eraser, and a storage container for the markers.
10. Pretty Casserole Dishes
If you’re going to gift cooking items, choose high-quality or fit them into the aesthetic of the giftee. These pretty casserole dishes are available in pink, dark blue, and light blue. They come in a set of three sizes, perfect for making casseroles, lasagnas, and cakes.
11. Modern Boho Coffee Mugs
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These coffee mugs feature a thick ceramic that is microwaveable. The large size is perfect for cappuccino or latte lovers, and the neutral but modern design fits most home styles. The four-pack includes assorted neutral colors.
12. Himalayan Salt Lamp
Some believe Himalayan Salt Lamps purify the air, while others just like how they look. If your giftee is into natural remedies or green products, consider this Himalayan Salt Lamp Globe. It has a unique three-layer design and a 5” diameter.
13. Silicone Pot Holder Set
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These silicone pot holders feature grippy silicone on one side and cotton on the other. They are heat-resistant, machine washable, and neutral enough to fit with all decor. Combine these with a baking dish, and you’ll have the perfect housewarming gift idea.
14. Cotton Throw Blanket
Give the gift of comfort with this cotton weave throw blanket. It comes in fifteen colors and is also available in sizes for queen and king beds. Even though the prewashed cotton looks expensive, this throw blanket is less than $30.
15. Bluetooth Speaker
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Bluetooth speakers are great for playing music or podcasts while cleaning or baking. The Doss Soundbox Pro has stereo sound quality, built-in LED lights, and a waterproof design.
16. A Cake Stand
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Cake stands have risen in popularity thanks to their multiple uses. Consider a high-quality cake stand with glass construction and a dome if there’s a baker in your life.
17. Mason Jar Bird Feeder
Sometimes, bird feeders don’t make it during a move. You can gift your bird-watcher and nature-loving friends this Mason Jar Bird Feeder. It features an antique-style glass top and metal bottom for long-lasting construction.
18. A Crock Pot
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Help busy professionals get a meal on the table with the gift of a Crock Pot. You can find this one for less than $50. It features a low, high, and warm setting and has a 4.7 out of 5-star rating on Amazon from over 26,000 buyers.
19. Linen Spray and Pillow Mist
A linen spray keeps bedrooms smelling good and promotes relaxation. The Baloo Pillow Mist blends lavender, chamomile, and lemon. The formula utilizes only natural ingredients and is clean and cruelty-free.
20. Cocktail Shaker Set
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Help the new homeowners create professional cocktails with this 10-piece set. It features a drink shaker, measuring jigger, cocktail mixing spoon, two liquor pours, a corkscrew, and a bamboo stand. The set is dishwasher-safe stainless steel.
21. Ceramic Oil Diffuser
Essential oil diffusers fill the air with scents and moisture. They’re a nice alternative to candles for those who prefer natural fragrances. Consider this ceramic oil diffuser with a small set of oils as the perfect housewarming gift idea.
22. Bamboo Cutting Board with Color-Coded Mats
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Cut down on germs with this cutting board set featuring a sturdy bamboo base and six interchangeable plastic cutting board mats. The bamboo cutting board features mat storage, and users can toss the plastic mats in the dishwasher after use.
23. Blueland Clean Home Kit
The Blueland Clean Home Kit comes with three reusable bottles and three tablets to make a multi-surface cleaner, bathroom cleaner, and hand soap. The natural cleaners are rated “EPA Safer Choice,” making them a good housewarming gift for families with children.
24. Primal Palate Spice Gift Set
If you know the type of food your giftee likes, consider a premium spice set like this one from Primal Palate. It features steak seasoning, seafood seasoning, and taco seasoning. Combine it with a set of wood utensils for a complete housewarming gift.
25. Tabletop Firepit
If the new house comes with a back patio or deck, give this tabletop firepit. It features a black ceramic base and a smokeless design. It’s ideal for mood lighting or roasting marshmallows in the backyard.
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Hanging Air Plants Indoors For Healthy And Stylish Spaces
Air plants are chic green décor items. If you know how to take care of air plants, they’ll take care of you. The indoor plants invigorate your home and office environments. New plants are high maintenance, but air plants are low maintenance. The plant species […]
Best OfAir plants are chic green décor items. If you know how to take care of air plants, they’ll take care of you. The indoor plants invigorate your home and office environments.
New plants are high maintenance, but air plants are low maintenance. The plant species do not require soil. We’ll show you how easy they are to take care of and how they add style to indoor spaces.
The tillandsia air plant is easy to care for. It doesn’t need soil to live and is a low-maintenance indoor plant. There are over 450 types of air plant species.
What Are Air Plants?
An air plant is the little cousin to the pineapple. Both share similar features and are members of the Bromeliad family. In the wild, air plants grow on shrubs, bushes, and rocks. They spend their early growth absorbing water from tree surfaces.
Drier regions you’ll find air plants. Their native habitats include Central and South America. In the US, the plant species thrive in Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, and Florida.
Air plants rely on trees for daily sustenance. During the air plant life cycle, they only bloom only once. The blooming period is known as a bloom spike. Some bloom spikes last for a few months, while others last a week or two.
Stylish Air Plant Holders For 2022
The following air plant holders represent the latest in plant design and decor. We’ll show you the different varieties of holders and offer a few tips on how to care for the plants.
Single Terrarium Holder
An open glass terrarium is the best home for an indoor air plant. As a general rule,walk in tub in a humid environment. If you hang them too close to a ceiling they will eventually die. Baby air plants need just the right amount of water.
Geometric Air Plant Holder
Chic and futuristic DIY air plant holders are it. Create geo-shaped holders with shiny brass rods.
When you own air plants, take advantage of indirect light sources. If you own mother plants, make sure they can absorb nutrients from a separate tree source.
Air Plant Desk Stand
Air plant holders that look airborne create an adventuresome decor. Tie a floral wire to a wooden block for your base. Use a flexible wire and attach it to a boho block to match your modern desk.
Jellyfish Air Plant Holder
Air plant care couldn’t be any easier. New plants will require less water than other plant species. You’ll have a great time caring for the tillandsia genus. When they bloom, you’ll enjoy their beautiful bright colors.
In this example, hang the air plants upside down with jellyfish plant holders. Each holder has a circular base that hangs upside-down while the air plant points downward.
Air Plant Terrariums
A small terrarium is a chic way to display an air plant. It will need room to grow and plenty of air. Think of a plant the way you would a dog. A healthy dog will protect their home much better than an unhealthy one.
How To Hang Air Plants
Tillandsia are popular. Caring for an air plant is simple. And there are many stylish ways you can use them to decorate your home.
Whether you display them in a terrarium, hang them with a fishing line, or in a glass bowl, air plants always look nice.
Although there are many different types of air plants and lots of different species, the most common one is Tillandsia. This is the symbol of air plants everywhere, representing more than 600 other species.
Air plants grow in Spanish moss, ball moss, broad needle leaf, Bartram’s air plant, Chinese evergreen, peace lily, snake plant, and weeping fig.
Air plant care is easy for all species. The plants require three things: light, air circulation, and water. First, air plants like filtered natural light. You’ll need to protect them from direct sunlight. During colder months, the plant species enjoy direct sunlight.
Brass Ball Air Plant Holder
If you choose a terrarium, one side should be a screen mesh so air can circulate through it. The best temperature for air plants is 50-90 Fahrenheit.
Air Plant Lifecycle
When you first receive your air plant, soak it in distilled water for 30 minutes. You should water it every five days in dry conditions and every 10 days in humid environments.
For healthy growth, use fertilizer twice a month. Curled or rolled leaves are the sign of a dehydrated plant.
DIY Mini-Wall Hangers
The plants receive nutrients from the atmosphere and grow on other plants or structures for support. Unlike parasite plants, they don’t harm other plants while anchoring themselves to their hosts.
DIY Air Plant Wall Hangers
When air plants bloom, they make small pups. You can remove the buds when they’re around 1/3 or ½ the size of the mother plant. The mother plant will make way for her babies but leave a few more months or years.
DIY Air Plant Projects
Here are a few DIY air plant projects that will inspire your next makeover.
Simple DIY Hanger
Air plants can be displayed in different ways. A popular option is to hang them. You will need polymer clay, a rolling pin, and something to cut the clay,
Air Plant Copper Hangers
You can easily make these copper hangers yourself using pipes, string, and wire. Measure and cut the thin copper pipes and then cut the string to size. Insert the string through each pipe and connect these to form a triangle shape using wire.
Then attach three longer pieces of pipe for the top section and three smaller ones for the bottom.
Geo-Plant Hangers
These chic geometric air plant holders are made of coffee stirrers and wire. Their design is similar to that of the triangle copper hanger featured above.
After you cut the coffee stirrers to the desired length, cut wire and thread into four small pieces to form a square. Last, attach four larger pieces to the corners to make a pyramid-like shape.
Clay Hanging Planters
Clay hanging planters are fun and you can make them yourself however you want. Roll the clay and use a square cookie cutter to cut out a section. Cut that into two triangles. Use more clay to make a long rectangle.
Cut the triangle in half and then bend the rectangle along its edges. Put the other triangle on top to complete the form.
Macrame Air Plant Hanger
Perhaps you’d also like the look of these macrame air plant hangers. The containers are sections of plastic Easter eggs but you can improvise with this part. To make the hanger, use faux suede cording or something similar.
Hanging Glass Terrarium
The most popular option is this glass terrarium which you can hang with the fishing line. Inside the terrarium, you can put colored sand at the bottom, add pebbles, and put the air plant on top.
Hanging Brass Plant Holder
You can either put the air plant directly in this geometric holder or contain it in a planter. The inspiration comes from a traditional Finnish ornament made of straw or reeds. The holders are hung above dining tables.
Sphere Hanging Basket
The Sphere hanging baskets let you mix and match your air plants for a lush display. They come in four different sizes and they pair with custom-fitted liners.
The baskets are made of steel with a rust patina and they are suitable for both indoor and outdoor use.
DIY Papier-Mache Air Plant Pod
Make papier-mache bowls to display air plants using balloons, flour, newspaper, paint, and string. First, make the balloon as large as you want, depending on the size of the bowl. Mix flour and water and cut strips of newspaper.
Dip them into the mixture and cover the balloon, leaving out a section. Let it dry overnight. Then add another layer of newspaper strips and let it dry. Pop the balloon and then paint the pod and watch your room come to life.
Hanging Wall Planters
You can buy these chic hanging planters for both indoor and outdoor spaces. This is a set of three hanging planters available on Etsy. They measure around 3.5 inches in diameter with a 2.5 inches opening, and they’re handmade.
Copper Couplers Plant Holders
For cute baby air plants, try copper couplers as a display system. You’ll need a rail and hooks for that and these can be spray painted in any color you want. Drill two holes in each copper coupler and thread wire or twine through them to make a hanging loop.
Ceramic Plant Holder
A ceramic air plant holder which can feature a variety of different colors. Because each of these pods is handmade, that means each one has unique characteristics. The sisal rope gives them a lot of character.
Mini-Cone Plant Holders
These mini cones are both cute and stylish, showcasing air plants in an elegant way. Their vibrant glaze color is given by the finishing process. The planters are fired in gas reduction and no two looks the same. They’re small, measuring only 2”.
DIY Copper Planters
Copper fittings are for those who prefer an industrial look. The back panel on which the copper fittings are displayed is made of concrete. Cotton rope lets you hang it wherever you want.
If you want, you can make something yourself and you’ll a mold which can have any form you want.
DIY Glass Jar Planters
A simple and interesting handmade planter for air plants can come in the form of a glass jar. It’s the same idea when displaying candles. Wrap twine or cord around the mouth of the jar and then make a long strap that hangs from a tree.
Hanging Mason Jar Planters
You can hang the Mason jars with rope or twine and attach them to wall-mounted hooks. You can put some small pebbles at the bottom of the jar or you can decorate it with shells and other things.
Air plants don’t need soil so replace it with anything you want or nothing at all.
DIY Felted Wood Bowls
Although not designed for air plants, these felted wool bowls look beautiful. They look cozy and perfect for the colder months. Use them for cacti, aloe plants, or other species. They can be left empty and used for air plants as well.
Up-Cycled K-Cup Planters
Small buckets can be used as containers for air plants or regular plants. You can hang these with a rope or cord. You can paint or decorate them in many interesting ways. For example, cover them with rope or decorating paper.
Table Air Plant Stands
Because air plants don’t require soil, you can have a lot of fun displaying them in a stand. You can make this with a small block of wood, a piece of wire, and a drill.
Make a hole at the center of the cube. Loop the wire around something cylindrical and then insert the straight end into the hole.
3D Printed Lego Air Plant Holder
Air plants get their nutrients through leaves, not roots so you can replace the soil with pebbles. The container can be anything you want. It can be something as simple as a glass jar or as interesting as a 3D-printed pot.
You can decorate it with cute little Lego characters or some other ornaments.
Porcelain Air Plant Holders
You can even put them in vases and turn them into table centerpieces. This is a stylish collection of three faceted porcelain containers. One looks similar to a vase while the other two are pods designed for air plants.
The holders are handmade which makes each one unique.
DIY Triangle Air Plant Terrarium
If you’re looking for something rustic this triangle-shaped air plant terrarium would be a wonderful decor item. You can display it flat on a table or its side.
This example was designed for indoor use. The grain of the wood is different for each one and so does the color.
DIY Plant Cup Holders
You can get creative with air plants with a diverse collection. Use containers like glasses, teacups, dishes, and pods. The plants can have different forms, colors, or sizes and together make a cool display for a mantel or table.
DIY Bowl Plant Holders
Use air plants for a subtle touch of green on a console table or a desk. You can put a single air plant inside a glass bowl or terrarium. It can have small pebbles at the bottom.
Beads, sand, and other options can also look stylish and for a touch of color, you can also add a small ornament such as a tiny bird.
DIY Rock Plant Holder
Turn a rock into a pot for your air plant. You can keep the plant in place with a little bit of glue. The challenging part is selecting a rock. Once you find what you’re looking for, glue the air plant to it. You can use a hot glue gun, but wait a while for the glue to cool off.
DIY Air Plant Pots
These cute air plant pots are made from large wooden doll heads dipped in dye. It’s possible to find alternatives. For example, use large wooden beads instead and drill holes in each one making sure you don’t go all the way through.
You can then dip them in paint or stain. For a subtle and natural look, try using tea.
DIY Air Plant Centerpiece
An air plant centerpiece can be a very chic decoration for the dining table. The centerpiece can be made out of a repurposed wooden box. First, sand and paint the box or change its look however else you want.
Then put some river rocks inside and, in the end, insert the air plants to make a beautiful composition.
Tillandsia Garden Art
Use a terracotta star bowl into a cozy home for your air plants. In case you can find a wooden ball with star-shaped holes, you can improvise with a bowl or something else.
The main idea is to have a container with several small openings so you can put an air plant in each one.
DIY Marbled Air Plant Holder
You can also make your clay pots. Mix black and white clay for a marbled effect. Of course, any other two colors would also work just as well.
Combine the two colors and then roll the clay on a flat surface. Trace a circle in it and carve out a hole. Then give the piece any shape you want using an x-acto knife.
Air Plant Cube Stands
Given how versatile and low maintenance air plants are, desk stands can also be a solution. These stands are 6 inches tall and have a cube-shaped wooden base. The plants are held with a wire that forms a loop at the top.
You can use the stands individually or mix and match them to create a set.
Air Plant Rock Garden
An air plant rock garden would be very easy to make using a small dish and a bunch of river rocks. First, select a dish that you want to use for the project. Clean it and then put some river rocks or pebbles in it.
After that, add some decorative things like shells or ornaments and put the air plant in as well.
Stone Slab Plant Holder
Give your desk a zen look with an air plant display made up of stacked rocks. It’s really easy to make something similar to this particular design.
Take a few rocks, preferably flat and of increasingly small dimensions. Stack them and place a small air plant on top. You can play with them when you need to relax your mind or when you’re bored.
DIY Mini Succulent Plants
If you want to make clay pots, have fun designing them. To make pots that look like the ones in this example, use air-dry clay, small pots, a rolling pin, a craft knife, and spray varnish.
Roll out the clay and then wrap it around the pot. Trim the excess and smooth the edges with some water, and you’ll be set.
Pastel Plant Pots
Make air plant pods or buy them at a store. Unlike other plants, the air plant species measure 1.5 inches to 2 inches in diameter.
Wall-Mounted Displays
Because of their small size, air plant species are easy to hang on a wall. They don’t require direct sunlight and will thrive off of indirect sunlight.
You don’t have to worry about watering air plants, which makes the ideal for wall spaces. Plus, they don’t require soil, which means your walls won’t get dirty.
Create a gallery wall with two air plants and add more if the setting calls for it. Mark the spots on the wall where you want to place each one and then just them in place.
Triangle Plant Hangers
Wall-mounted air plant hangers add style to indoor spaces. The hangers are easy to make. All you need are square wooden dowels, suede lace, scissors, air plants, wire, and wire cutters.
Cut the dowels and wrap suede lace around the edges and make two knots. Hang this on the wall and then put an air plant on it.
Air Plant Frame
Air plants are perfect for building vertical miniature gardens for the walls. A simple idea is to use a frame and mesh wire.
Staple the mesh wire to the back of the frame and place the air plants through the openings.
Valentine’s Day Planters
Combine string art and air plants and you’ll have a wall art collage in no time at all. A Valentine’s Day theme with air plants is a low maintenance endeavor.
You can personalize each project with your choice of colors and the desired dimensions and shapes.
Pocket Plant Holders
A really simple project can be a leather pocket for an air plant. You could also use fabric for this. Each pocket can be made from a scrap piece of leather or fabric in three easy steps.
First, cut the leather into a square or rectangle shape. Second, fold one edge over the opposite side to create a triangle. Third, punch holes through both edges.
Thread a cord through the holes and tie the edges together. For the final step, punch a hole at the top and hang your leather pocket.
Magnet Plant Holders
Magnetic air plant holders make for great refrigerator display items. Use Easter egg containers and split them in two, so one half of an egg is used per flower.
Paint the plastic eggs and attach magnets to each one with glue. Put a tiny air plant in each container stick it on your refrigerator or magnet board.
Board Holders
String art and air plants sometimes go hand in hand. Use the technique to make some unique decorations. This project starts with a few simple things such as a wooden board, some colored string, small nails and a hammer.
Outline the desired design on the wooden board and then hammer nails along the lines. After that, start wrapping string starting from a corner. When you’re done, place an air plant or two in the webbing.
DIY Air Plant Wall Frame
A beautiful frame can also be used to make an air plant decoration. All you need is a string and small nails. Use an old mirror frame if you need something bigger.
When making this plant holder, first, sand, paint, or stain it if you want. Then hammer some small nails to the back of the frame and start making a web out of string to hold your air plant.
Mini Clay Pot Magnets
Put air plants in tiny clay pots and attach magnets to each one so you can stick them to a board. Once you have your tiny containers, glue magnets to each one and put tiny plants in them.
Ceramic Air Plant Hangers
Ceramic planters can also be displayed on the wall. You can mount them with screws or nails. Air-dry clay, paint, a rolling pin, and X-acto knife, and some sandpaper are the main things you’ll need to make these planters.
Roll out some clay, trace the desired shape on a piece of paper and use that as a template. Cut the pieces out of clay and then put them together, smoothing the edges with water. Put something inside to give the pocket the desired form.
Air Plant Hanging Terrarium
Glass terrariums with copper wire attached to a wood panel offer soft green touch. You could look at it another way and see the glass planters as the translucent eyeballs of an android grasshopper. Plants and planters may limit, but if they do, that’s on you.
Take your DIY design skills to the next level and turn your space into an interactive modern art piece. Instead of following Martha Stewart’s lead, imagine what Salvador Dali would do and see if you could pull that off.
The hanging glass planters look great in hallways, above foyers, and mudrooms.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
Do Air Plants Die After They Bloom?
Most air plants have distinct growth cycles. The plants stop blooming after they grow. Their energy is passed to the “pups” produced after they bloom.
Can You Give Air Plants Tap Water?
Tap water changes according to its environment. Air plants enjoy soft water. If you’re unsure about the water, use rainwater or bottled water.
How To Revive A Sick Air Plant?
If an air plant has brown spots it’s because it hasn’t received enough water. The good news is that the plant isn’t dead. The first thing you can do is soak the plant in water.
If you use tap water, make sure you dechlorinate it before soaking the sick air plant in it. The best water to use when curing a sick air plant is rainwater.
Another problem is that the air plant needs more air. If you have it in a container with a small top, find something that has a large opening that will provide the plant with more air.
Are Air Plants Poisonous To Cats?
If your sweet kitty cat nibbles on a Tillandsias you won’t have anything to worry about because air plants aren’t toxic.
How To Build An Air Plant Terrarium?
You’ll need an open glass container with good airflow. Air plants need a strong oxygen supply. Next, put sand or aquarium gravel at the bottom of the glass container. Add a few stones, rocks, or scrap wood pieces for decoration, and you’re all set.
Air Plants Conclusion
Air plants are a wonderful addition to bedrooms and living spaces. All you need is one air plant for your bedroom or kitchen to enliven it with positive energy. Dedicate an entire wall to air plants and watch the area spark excitement and energy.
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Siding For Houses: How To Choose What’s Best For Your Home
The best siding for houses is subjective. When changing your house siding or installing new siding, the goal is to improve your home’s curb appeal. With all of the many types of siding and colors and textures available, a siding project can be daunting. Before […]
Best OfThe best siding for houses is subjective. When changing your house siding or installing new siding, the goal is to improve your home’s curb appeal.
With all of the many types of siding and colors and textures available, a siding project can be daunting. Before you can make an informed decision, you need to have the right information.
Types Of Siding
There is a wide array of siding on the market today. The good news is that with most house siding, the only maintenance required later is keeping it clean. Steel siding, metal siding, and fiber cement siding offer unique challenges, for example. In recent years, new siding has emerged that is highly durable and offers longer lifespans.
One type of metal siding, for example, isn’t better than others because it depends on your needs. For those living in cold climates, the best siding will not be the same for those living in warmer climates.
Although there isn’t such a thing as the best siding, there are siding options that are best for your home. Let’s go over the different types of siding and the different types within each category. We’ll include the price, why people choose them, and how they’re cost effective.
Natural Wood Siding
If you want a real wood look there are many types of wood siding to choose from, including board and batten and log. The question is, what type of wood is best or long lasting? This is similar to picking a type of hardwood floor.
Engineered wood siding is popular because it can last 50 years or longer. Older homes do not have siding, so if your home was built before 1960, it’s time to explore other siding options.
Cedar Shakes
Cost: $6 – $12 per square foot
Most types of wood shingles, like cedar shingles, are popular wood siding. Cedar shake shingles is a cost effective and environmentally friendly option that’s also long lasting compared to other siding options. It is a sustainable, durable softwood and offers a great sound barrier and insulation. Among all siding materials, it’s also known for its energy efficiency qualities.
But one of the most unique things about cedar shakes is the smell that it brings to your home. It’s also not a high maintenance option and can withstand most weather conditions.
Redwood Shingles
Cost:$8-$20 per square foot
Redwood siding’s name doesn’t betray its look. It does have red tones and makes your house look like a cozy lodge. But it’s not just the color that makes people choose it. It is also a durable hardwood that is weather and insect-resistant, and also low maintenance.
Pine Wood Siding
Cost: $1-$5 per square foot
Pine wood siding is one of the cheapest types of wood siding. You can get it for a dollar or less per square foot. If you install it yourself, you can enjoy the low cost even more. Made with recyclable materials, pine wood siding is durable and weather resistant, plus it offers great curb appeal to other types of siding.
Engineered Wood Siding
Engineered wood siding is the best exterior siding for a house when you want something natural and rustic. Wood shingles can only go so far, but with engineered wood siding, you can add great curb appeal to your home.
Wood siding isn’t for everyone, but it is a unique option that most people end up falling in love with soon after they install it. Engineered wood is a nice alternative to brick veneer or natural stone.
Stone Veneer Siding
Stone veneer siding is a natural siding that can look both rustic and modern. It depends on the tones of the wood and how it is cut. You can get veneer siding in natural and or uncut shapes that will make siding installation easier. The siding is durable and many homeowners like its fade resistant qualities.
Natural Stone Veneer
Cost: $28-$50 per square foot
Natural stone veneer house siding is one of the most expensive siding options out there. This type of siding uses real rocks and stones that are usually uncut or cut to look natural. The plus side is that you can use it as your wall or even fireplace.
Although the price points might be high, many homeowners like it because it’s highly durable and adds to their home’s curb appeal.
Stone Cladding
Cost: Varies
Stone cladding is a good way to find cheaper stone siding. It is still real stone, but it’s cut so that it is thin enough to go on top of existing siding or a base like plywood. It works in panels on most occasions or like vinyl siding.
Natural Stone Block Siding
Cost: $10-$15 per square foot
Stone blocks are an alternative to uncut stones. Natural stone block is used to build walls and structures and are typically standalone whereas natural stones are usually used on top of other materials. Natural stone blocks are cheaper than natural stones.
When Is Natural Stone Ideal House?
Natural stone is one of the more expensive options so unless you want something rather high-end, then stone isn’t ideal. If you want something that will impress, however, then you can’t go wrong with stone.
Cement Siding
Cement siding is popular siding choice. Although you won’t get pure cement siding as cement is an ingredient, not a solid material, using cement in your siding can strengthen it. Learn the difference between cement and concrete.
Concrete
Cost: $10 to $60 per square foot
Concrete isn’t a siding as it can break if poured too thin and used as tile. However, concrete walls are popular. There’s not much that can affect concrete, so it’s a solid option for a home’s exterior walls. Where energy efficiency is concerned, concrete is a great choice and provides great value for your home.
Fiber Cement Siding
Cost: $1 to $20 per sq ft
Fiber cement is a very popular option for those who like the look of it. The price is largely depending on if you get shingles, boards, “stones” or something else. Labor costs more than the material, so it’s a good one to install yourself.
Faux Stone Veneer
Cost: $10 to $15 per square foot
Faux stone veneer isn’t made of cement, despite looking like stone. It’s an amazing option if you want stone but can’t afford it. While it isn’t cheap, it’s a lot cheaper than getting real stone and most people won’t know the difference.
Stucco
Cost: $2 to 49 per square foot
If you want something that looks vintage and high-end, stucco is perfect. While acrylic stucco is “nicer” than cement stucco, it’s also five times more expensive. So most people go with cement for general houses. This is good for horizontal lap siding and also a popular replacement siding.
When Is Cement The Best For A House?
Cement is ideal for a house whenever you want something extremely durable and affordable. Made with Portland cement, it’s durable and the cheapest option that will also last a lifetime.
Metal Siding
Metal siding isn’t all that common in structures that are lived in, it is a common siding for barns, metal roofs, and outdoor buildings. Only recently it’s been used in houses too due to the many pros that the siding types offer.
Copper Siding
Cost: $7 to $9 per square foot
Copper is a very distinguishable metal with a very warm hue. It rarely ever needs to be replaced as it is durable and doesn’t corrode. The only thing that does happen to copper is that it fades over time.
Steel Siding
Cost: $4 to $5 per square foot
Steel is a material made up of other metals. It’s one of the cheapest metal sidings you can have. There are cheaper options but they are reserved for outbuildings rather than residential homes which need to be safe.
Aluminum Siding
Cost: $3 to $4.50 per square foot
Aluminum siding is only slightly cheaper than steel. It is easier to install as it is flexible and can be placed on curves. It is also lightweight compared to steel which is heavy. Both options are good and come down to preference and availability.
When Is Metal The Best For A House?
Metal siding is ideal for a house whenever you want something modern. It can be rustic only when you make it look barn-like.
Brick Siding
Brick houses are very common as brick has been used for decades and is often considered one of the strongest building materials. It doesn’t offer a lot of versatility but it makes up for that in strength and character.
Solid Brick Siding
Cost:$14 to $28 per square foot
Solid brick siding is brick facing that is 4in thick. It uses real bricks that aren’t cut smaller to cover and insulate your home. They range in price but are one of the more expensive ways to add siding to a house.
Thin Brick Siding
Cost: $10 to $20 per square foot
Thin brick, or brick veneer, can be made out of real brick. It uses a lot fewer materials than solid brick and is cheaper in general. It’s a great option for saving money but isn’t quite as strong or durable as solid brick.
When Is Brick Siding Ideal?
Brick is ideal when you want something that looks modern, yet still homey. It is a common option also for those who live in stormy regions as brick is extremely durable compared to other siding types.
Vinyl Siding
Vinyl siding is popular and the cheapest siding on the market today. It can look any way that you want it to look but you’ll pay a lot less than you’d pay for the real material that it is replicating.
Clapboard Siding
Cost: Less than $2 per square foot
This is one of the cheapest ways to add siding to a house. The cost of house siding can be expensive but a classic clapboard or lap siding of any kind will save you a ton of money. If you’re not picky, this is the best option.
Log Siding
Cost: Varies
The cost of vinyl siding that looks like wood or log varies greatly. You can get lucky and pay the same as you’d pay for clapboard or not be able to find any for less than you’d pay for real wood. So this is a gamble.
Board And Batten
Cost: Less than $2 per square foot
Board and batten is sold for the same about as regular vinyl. The siding comes in panels and is easy to install. It isn’t high maintenance and offers something different than other types of siding.
Shake Siding
Cost: $3 to $7 per square foot
Shake siding is similar to vinyl shingles. It cost a little more but can be quite a bit cheaper if you install it yourself. It takes time to install shake whereas other vinyl sidings can go up in mere hours, or even minutes.
When Is Vinyl Siding Ideal?
Vinyl siding is a good option if you want something versatile yet cheap. If you want something very specific yet cain’t afford it, then you should probably get vinyl as it will get the look you want a fraction of the price.
House Siding Colors And Textures
House siding comes in a variety of colors. The most important thing is to choose the color that you want and one that offers the most curb appeal.
Deep Red
Deep red, like brick red, is an excellent choice. Be careful not to get a barn red unless you want that country look. Otherwise, you can’t go wrong with staying on the darker end of things. Darker shades like burgundy and maroon are great choices.
Beige
Beige offers a natural appearance and is popular with board and batten siding. It’s a safe choice and a great option for buyers if you’re selling your house. No one will say “no” to beige, but a different, brighter color may be off-putting.
White
White white be the most popular color for vinyl siding. You can use any shade of white without regret. Choose creamy vanilla for a soft look or a crisp white for something clean and sophisticated. You want to achieve the same aesthetic that’s common in your neighborhood, and white is usually the best choice.
Soft Yellow
If you want to add color, yellow is a good option for board and batten siding or even lap siding. The color gives a house that special cottage feel. Try to stray from the dark or bright yellow and go with softer yellow. Yellow is a common house color that isn’t dull or overwhelming.
Sage Green
Any mute green will work. Green is also a popular vinyl siding color. Metal siding can also be green, just make sure you use the right shade. A medium, more neutral green is the safest choice. Sage is one of the best choices as it never goes out of style. Darker shades are available, but before making a decision, check your HOA guidelines as some shades may not be prohibited.
Barely Blue
Almost any blue can work for an exterior of a house, but one of the best blue house siding options is barely-there blue. This blue is so light that it almost looks white. If you want the smallest touch of color, this is your best bet.
Gray
Gray is always a great choice for neutral environments. It is often the safest option for a house color. White beige and white are great, while gray offers something in-between the two. It is a cool color but also makes one think of stone, which adds value to a house.
Ocean Blue
You can use teal, aquamarine, or another ocean blue green to create an automatic beach house. Beach houses are doing very well right now so any beach house color will do well in personal homes and those on the market.
Most colors can work on house exteriors. While colors like purple are risky, you can get by with using peach quite freely. Not all pink tones work, but peach is a safe color to use if you want a pink house.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
Which Type Of Siding Requires No Maintenance?
Vinyl siding is billed as low-maintenance siding materials that will free you from having to scrape, paint, and otherwise care for your home’s exterior. It’s been around since the 1950s, and was first introduced as an alternative to wood.
What Is The Difference Between Hard Plank And Hardie Board?
Fiber cement siding is often called “hardiplank” or even hardie board named from the most popular brand of fiber cement siding which is manufactured by James Hardie. Fiber cement planks are formed by combining wood pulp with Portland cement. If you want a natural wood look you might like hard plank. Hardie board, on the other hand, is a popular siding choice.
Which Type Of Aluminum Siding Is The Cheapest?
Vinyl siding is one of the best options when it comes to cheap siding, both with material and installation costs. Vinyl siding can be installed quickly and can even be installed directly over existing material. It’s not high maintenance and is a great choice when you’re on a limited budget.
What Is Clapboard Siding?
Clapboard siding is a siding made of wood that is installed horizontally in an overlapping pattern from the bottom of the wall moving upward. Batten siding styles are popular among homeowners.
Which Type Of Siding Is The Most Energy Efficient?
Wood siding is a good insulator, but it seems that vinyl siding is better. The thing is, you should expect wood, as a natural material, to change while temperatures change, so it is impossible having it entirely tight-sealed.
Types Of Siding Conclusion
Now that you know about the different types of siding available on the market, you can make an informed decision. You may decide you want real wood siding or a stone veneer, regardless you’ll know what to expect before you install it.
Most siding options last 50 years. Each siding comes with a warranty, but make sure you double check before you make a purchase. If you decide on a wood species, make sure it’s made with fire resistant material and can protect your home from moisture damage. Depending on where you live, different siding may be problematic and you’ll have to choose other siding styles.
Siding is available in a variety of colors, and all of them are weather resistant. The best types of siding are the ones that last a very long time and are made with durable material. In the long run, siding will protect your home better than anything else. When applied directly, you’ll find that siding will preserve your home.
Before you get started, you don’t want to buy siding more than once when you own a home. Siding is an eco friendly solution that sometimes requires regular maintenance, but in the long, is worth it. Any type of siding you choose will offer a unique look, so take your time and choose what’s best for your home.
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Suspended In Style: The Hanging Bed Makes A Comeback
Hanging beds are something most people dream of having. Otherwise known as a rope bed or suspended bed, the bed style offers a unique sleep experience. Hanging beds are comfortable, fun, and can turn a bedroom into an exciting living space. The beds are also […]
Best OfHanging beds are something most people dream of having. Otherwise known as a rope bed or suspended bed, the bed style offers a unique sleep experience.
Hanging beds are comfortable, fun, and can turn a bedroom into an exciting living space. The beds are also great for outdoor social areas.
The most important thing to remember is that hanging beds require professional installation. Unless you have experience, installing a hanging bed in a bedroom is not a DIY project.
The hanging bed is more versatile and durable than its traditional counterpart. Hanging beds come in a variety of styles, including rustic and contemporary. More than anything, the beds provide a better sleep experience. You can stall them in any small space like attic bedrooms.
The beds are also ideal for those with special needs. With adjustable firmness capabilities, after you throw a memory foam mattress over the frame, your bed swing will be good to go and you’ll be swept away by the comfort it provides.
Hanging Bed Design Ideas
To provide you with inspiration, we thought it would be helpful if we shared with you some of our favorite hanging beds.
Outdoor Swing Beds
Can you imagine how fun it would be to have a swing bed at home? To build one you need wood, lumber, a drill, screws, a saw, and rope. Make sure your platform is safe and secure when you’re adding the rope.
Outdoor Daybed
Wooden boards, wood screws, lag screws, nylon rope or chain, and some wood filler. The dimension of the platform should fit the mattress you’re planning to use with around 4 inches of space around it. Cut the lumber and start building the frame.
Attach the deck boards, lag screws, and fill the holes with wood filler. Sand the surface and apply a fresh coat of paint. When hanging the bed, use rope or chain at the desired height.
Hanging Style
But why reserve all that fun and comfort for the outdoors when you can also have a hanging bed inside the house? This one is intended for open rafter ceilings. You need to secure the braces to the ceiling joists and drill a vertical hole in each brace for the eye bolts. Push the bolts through the holes and place a fender washer on the threaded end of each one.
Assembling the bed frame doesn’t have to be hard, and it’s easy for most people. Once it’s all done and painted, attach the bed frame eye bolts to the holes you drilled in it. Use S hooks to attach each eye bolt on the bed to the end of each chain. Lift the bed and hook the chain to the ceiling support.
Bedroom Ideas
A lot of people are intrigued by the idea of having a hanging bed in their bedroom but they just can’t take this step without being certain they’re going to love it. Well, there’s nothing to be afraid about. A hanging bed is pretty much just like any other kind of bed except for the fact that it lets you swing gently and fall asleep easier.
Wood Pallet Hanging Bed
The best DIY materials use when making a hanging bed are wood pallets and rope.
Chic Suspension
Contemporary Hanging Beds
Centuries ago, hanging beds were known as rope beds. Their designs have changed since then and many creative styles have emerged
Double Suspended Beds
When working with a slanted ceiling, you’ll need to measure everything twice.
Suspended Bed With Chains
The chains and barn wood frame offer and rustic look.
Reading Nook Rope Bed
Do you have a white room that needs a color accent or a unique focal point? Look no further than this idea. Depending on the style you prefer, you can either use rope or chain to hang the bed.
Porch Swing Bed
Matching Swing Beds
For smaller children, instead of ropes, you can use metal pipes to suspend the beds.
Industrial Swing Bed
Master Bedroom Suspended Bed
Outdoor Beds
For extra strength, use thicker ropes.
Hanging Out With The Kids
Kids would definitely jump at the idea of having suspended beds in their rooms. They associate the beds with swings which they all love and for good reason. So why not give them rope beds? They’re just as safe as other beds if installed correctly and they even help you save space.
Here are a few examples of how you can use them in the design.
Bunk Style
Notice in this example how a wall can provide support.
Faux Floating Bed
From a distance this bed looks like a floating bed, but upon closer inspection you’ll realize that the top area is connected to the wall. With this example, the wall functions as a headrest and support source.
Love Seat
Screen Porch Designs
The screened porch is the best seat in the house. Sunrooms are the same thing as a screened porch: a cozy room with large windows, sometimes with a glass roof, where you get to relax and admire the views no matter how cold or ugly the weather is outside.
A hanging sofa could work too if you feel a bed would be too casual.
Pergolas Hanging Beds
Let’s not forget the patios and pergolas. You can relax, feel the breezy wind going through your hair, the sun touching your skin, and all the other great things that you can only experience outdoors make things even better.
Suspended Beach Beds
If you’ve visited a tropical island or exotic beach destination, then chances are you spent time relaxing on a suspended bed on the beach. Here are a few favorites that uphold the beach bed aesthetic.
Outdoor Gazebo
If you have a pool, then why not get a hanging day bed to go with it? You don’t have to go on vacation to enjoy their comforts. They’re easy to make and do not cost much to install. It doesn’t take much to turn your backyard space into the vacation-like setting.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
How Much Weight Can A Hanging Bed Hold?
The weight limit of a hanging bed is 220 pounds. Hanging beds are limited in how much weight they can hold, unlike beds with solid wood or metal bedposts.
How High From The Floor Can A Bed Hang?
A hanging bed should be 18 inches to 22 inches from the floor. As it’s recommended to enlist a professional contractor to install your hanging bed, if you do it yourself, you can use five gallon plastic buckets to determine the height of your hanging bed.
What Size Mattress Is Good For A Hanging Bed?
A twin mattress is the most common mattress size for hanging beds.
Is A Floating Bed The Same As A Hanging Bed?
A floating bed and hanging bed are not the same. A floating bed has a bed frame that looks like it’s floating. When looking at the bed, you can’t see its legs. When you look underneath, you’ll discover the legs are in the center of the bed frame.
How Dangerous Are Hanging Beds?
Hanging beds, like anything that requires professional installation, can be dangerous if they’re not installed correctly. Reports of children and young adults receiving concussions from hanging bed accidents are not uncommon. Head and neck injuries are also not uncommon.
Hanging Bed Conclusion
Although the hanging bed may seem unusual, you’d be surprised how their popularity is growing. Unlike a floating bed, the swinging bed is tailored for children, young people, and those with disabilities.
Start with an outdoor bed as they’re weather proof. If you build a DIY hanging bed, hire a professional to hang it. They can also check to make sure you built it right. If you need materials, like wood pallets, check your local feed shop.
Swing beds are enjoyed by many who like the gentle rocking sound that they provide. The beds offer amazing comfort in outdoor or indoor settings. For bedrooms, they provide more floor space for storage as they hang from the ground.
One thing you noticed in the photos provided here is they don’t require a headboard. This makes them easier to incorporate them into your living space. With the right linen and other creative ideas, you can create an exciting bedroom space.
With adjusted height and added storage space underneath, a rope bed might be the ideal fit for your child’s bedroom. Checkout a video tutorial to learn more about how to make one. The images provided and photos here should serve as inspiration. And if you run into problems, contact a professional.
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Best Hardware Store In The US
What is the best hardware store in the US that’s independently owned? It seems a great hardware store might be hard to find these days as big box retailers dominate the industry. Even though most people may shop at a hardware store a few times […]
Best OfWhat is the best hardware store in the US that’s independently owned? It seems a great hardware store might be hard to find these days as big box retailers dominate the industry. Even though most people may shop at a hardware store a few times each year, they still prefer to visit a locally-owned business.
Here, we’ll show you what a local hardware store is all about and provide you with examples from across the US.
Best Hardware Stores
The businesses we’ve selected offer great prices, friendly customer service, and a wide variety of home and garden supplies.
Minnesota: Bryant Hardware – Minneapolis
Bryant Hardware offers everything from builder’s supplies to cleaning supplies and even outdoor toys. The local retailer has a loyal customer following who refuse to shop at big box retail chains for their home supplies or lawn care needs. This place keeps a healthy stock of repair supplies so you won’t have to visit anywhere else.
Indiana: Fusek’s True Value Hardware
Fusek’s Hardware is a True Value store located in Indianapolis, so they’re part of a national chain. They believe in locals helping each other and will deliver within a five-mile radius for free. So, you can stay at home and order from their site knowing that they will fill your order and bring it to your home.
Arkansas: Fuller & Son — Little Rock
If you’re looking for helpful advice on how to repair things, give this shop a visit. Fuller & Son has made America’s Best Hardware Store list more than once and can compete with national chains.
Their slogan is, “If we don’t have it, you don’t need it,” implying in a witty way that they have everything that you need. If you ever visit Little Rock, you don’t want to miss Fuller & Son.
Texas: Sunset Ridge Home and Hardware – San Antonio
San Antonio has a lot of character and when you visit Sunset Ridge you’ll understand why. Not only can you find everything you need at Sunset Ridge, but they also carry extra home supplies, which is a sign of a great hardware store.
Tennessee: Sloan’s Hardware – Vonore, TN
Sloan’s Of Vonore literally has everything. The local business is a convenience store and sporting goods store all in one. They even have a small restaurant so you can grab lunch after you finish shopping.
Ohio: Chagrin Hardware – Chagrin Falls
Chagrin Hardware is an adorable small store with an old-school feel. Yet they have in stock everything that other retailers have. People come for the atmosphere and stay for the amenities. The reason this place is well-loved is that it’s been up and running since 1857.
Louisiana: Our Hardware – Baton Rouge
Our Hardware doesn’t look like much when you’re driving by, but after you walk inside, you’ll be surprised you almost missed it. The real reason that everyone loves it so much is how the owners are friendly and welcoming.
Washington D.C.: Logan Hardware
Live in the Washington D.C. area and looking for a local supply source that’s close to home? Logan Hardware is there for you.
Crest Hardware — Brooklyn, New York City
Imagine being voted New York’s Number One Hardware Store two years in a row? That’s what happened to Crest Hardware as they have long been an industry leader.
The small operation has character and offers friendly customer service. Even if you don’t need anything, the place is worth a visit.
New York: Best Brothers Hardware
Brothers Hardware is owned by two brothers. As a family operation, their goal is to make life easy for other families. The word on the street is they’re always willing to lend a hand. They offer the best prices, and many people feel that it’s a great local hardware store.
Ayers’ Variety & Hardware – Westover, Virginia
Ayer’s Variety and Hardware in Westover, Virginia is also a supermarket. They literally have everything you need for your home and to feed your family. The small town is the ideal location for this place as it caters to friends and families alike who live in proximity to the store.
Massachusetts: Charles Street Supply — Boston
Charles Street Supply holds a special place in the local community. When a business owner treats non-customers as well as regulars during every visit, word will spread and the operation will grow.
Deleware: Felton Hardware – Felton
Felton is a great store known for its top-notch quality customer service. The small location opened to the public in 1962. If a business can last 60 years, then it must be doing something right.
Pennsylvania: Newtown Hardware
This place is more than useful, it has aesthetic appeal. When down the street where it’s located, you’re transported to a different time in US history. The store is so popular they have their own clothing line, food line, candle line, and more.
Bonus: Hardware Hawaii Kailua — Oahu, Hawaii
When you think of a small business, Hawaii may not come to mind. But the people of Hawaii need home repair supplies just like anyone else in the US.
Because of the location, Hardware Hawaii Kailua specializes in heavy rain and other natural disaster supplies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
How Hard Is It To Start A Hardware Store?
Starting a hardware business in today’s marketplace would be difficult. The most important you would need to consider is your location. You would need to find the right market in the best location. Keep in mind that wherever you opened your business, you would be competing with online vendors.
What Is The Largest Independent Hardware Store In America?
Hartville Hardware in Hartville, Ohio is the largest independently owned store in the country. Founded in 1947, today, the location covers seven acres and employs 200 people.
Do Independent Hardware Stores Offer Online Shopping?
Yes, they do. If a store has an online site then chances are you can place orders there. Some stores offer even offer same-day delivery.
Is The Customer Service Better At An Independent Hardware Store?
When you visit an independently owned business you can expect to receive quality customer service. Local operations build their reputation by providing helpful service to local residents, and in return, the community gives them their business.
How Many Independent Hardware Stores Are There In The US?
According to the latest data, today, there are approximately 14, 918 independent hardware businesses up and running in the US.
Best Hardware Store Conclusion
A great hardware store is one that cares about their customers. That’s not to say that retail chains like Ace Hardware aren’t good. However, family-owned businesses provide a higher-quality of service and can provide advice on a home repair project.
It’s rare that you’ll have a bad experience when you visit an independent retailer. Most of us shop for home repair or lawn care supplies a few times each year. And when we do, we like to feel secure knowing that if we have a question we can find an answer.
Stores like Ace Hardware registered trademarks, which means they occupy a national presence. When you shop there, you’re supporting a national chain rather than a local business. Every time you buy something you’re voting with your dollar. You need to decide which is more important to you.
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Aesthetically Pleasing Colors That Go Together
Choosing colors for your home can be daunting. Aesthetically pleasing colors that go together can be hard to find. It’s up to you to find the flow and balance of each room. A great color pairing can make a room or setting shine. To make […]
Best OfChoosing colors for your home can be daunting. Aesthetically pleasing colors that go together can be hard to find. It’s up to you to find the flow and balance of each room.
A great color pairing can make a room or setting shine. To make things easier, we’ve chosen some reliable color combos.
These pairings never fail. If you need an easy-win combo, then you’ll find one here. Remember, don’t try to please anyone else.
Find what works for you and stick with it, even if it changes monthly.
Colors That Go Together Naturally
If the homeowner is happy with the colors, then good. You want color duos that bring harmony to a room.
Sandy Brown And Seafoam
Sandy brown and seafoam green are beach colors. They work well in beach houses. If you go with this combo, you can make any room look beachy.
However, sandy brown and seafoam are good for other living spaces. The style of furniture and seafoam hue can set the mood. Choosing birch instead of driftwood makes a difference.
Coral And Lavender
You may have been told that pink and purple do not work. But with the right shades, they’re great. A brighter, peachy pink looks nice with a light purple.
Purple is a strong color. Softer purples look better with brighter pinks. You don’t need coral as any bright or dark pink will do. Magenta also works with purple pastels.
Gold And Deep Purple
If you use darker or deeper purples, then go with royal colors like gold to accent them. Purple is a royal color. It looks great with silver, but gold is more regent and purple complements it.
With a lighter purple, you risk a different aesthetic being portrayed. If regency is your goal, then stick with darker purples.
Pastel Pink And Baby Blue
Any light shade of pink and any lighter shade of blue can work wonders for a room in need of an airy feel. Although pink and blue pastels are good for rooms, they look best in a child’s room or a shabby chic living room.
With shabby chic, a whitewash or distressed texture can mature the colors. Plain colors make any room look like a kid’s room.
Turquoise And Cream
Turquoise and cream is a popular combo. Do not ignore these colors. A soft and warm neutral hue makes the perfect partner. Turquoise and cream are also versatile.
You can use it in beach houses, kids’ rooms, or bathrooms that need a splash of color. But don’t let that keep you from making turquoise an elegant color. It can be just as sophisticated as any other color if used right.
Green And Purple Colors That Go Together
Shade doesn’t matter when pairing green and purple. Darker shades of purple and green work well together if your walls or floors are darker tones. They add real elegance to a room.
The deeper the colors, the more intense the room will be. Try to keep the floors and walls a neutral color to tone down and balance the room.
Red And Green
There’s a reason this dynamic duo shows up at Christmastime. The pair looks amazing together and is festive no matter which holiday you’re celebrating. Just like at Christmastime, red and green should be bright when used together.
If you want to keep a red and green room from appearing too Christmassy, use blacks instead of browns. This keeps the Christmas tree colors away and adds a more modern tone.
Rust And Beige
Rust can be a touchy color, which is why pairing it with a forgiving color like beige is such a great idea. The warmth from the beige rises when paired with rust that has orange hues.
If you want a third color here, a soft white or cream can keep the room from looking too rustic. Cream adds a more delicate touch that keeps the room soft.
Blush And Sage
Pink and green is a calming combo when those shades are blush and sage. The soft colors complement each other well and offer a respite from the things that drag us down each day.
Pink and green are the colors of a pink rose, lily, or hydrangeas. The color combo is soft enough to suit any room yet bold enough to still make a statement in a classy way.
Indigo And Teal
Indigo is blue with a purple tint while teal is blue with a green tint. Pairing two colors of different shades don’t always work, so this sweet combo pays off. Add bits of green and purple to bring it all together.
When adding green and purple, be careful not to let them overshadow the indigo and teal. Those two colors should be the stars.
Dusty Pink And Dark Brown
Pink and brown are a great combo and was popular in the early 2000s. While brown hues don’t matter as much, soft pink is important for this style, sophistication, and taste.
The color of brown looks best if a medium color but can change depending on the colors of wood used. Match the pink to the tone of the wood.
And don’t forget about mauve. A mauve-colored room can impact an interior.
Charcoal And Honey
Inspired by the bumblebee, charcoal and honey offer a soft combo and intense contrast. Honey offers warmth to the dark charcoal, which is a shade lighter and dustier than solid black. Chalkboards offer great inspiration with this combo.
Even the word honey is pleasing, so of course, the honey color is therapeutic. Add a bit of off-white to balance it out, just be careful with adding any bright color to a yellow room.
Stone Grey And Arctic Blue
Grey works with most colors, but arctic blue is special. Adding it to the mix turns an earthy room cool and refreshing. If the grey is coming from real stone, consider glass or crystals to bring out the blue.
Agate and quartz are cheap crystals that come in arctic colors. But for a true arctic blue crystal, consider aquamarine, or chalcedony.
Forest Green And Brown
Tan and sage look good together, but forest green and a darker brown can look just as amazing. Try for a dark hunting green and deep chocolate or walnut brown for best results. You will find an automatic rustic lodge look.
If you don’t want a masculine or musky feel, then you can add sheer curtains or other lighter home decor. Just make sure to keep the integrity of the natural look that these colors add.
Creating Your Own Combos
If none of these combos please you, then don’t be afraid to branch out. No matter how many visitors you have, the most important person in home design is the homeowner. If they’re happy, everyone else should be too.
Check out these tips to create your color combo.
Try One Accent Color
Sticking with neutrals is great. When you do, you can choose one accent color to stand out. If you have a black and white home design, consider a color like red or pink for an artistic flair and balanced combination.
Find Contrasts
Contrasting colors are a good beginning. Pick one color that you like first. Then, find a color on the opposite end to match it. For example, pair light blue with dark brown.
Choose Cool Or Warm Colors
Pick a temperature and stick with it. Mixing warm and cool colors doesn’t work out well. It’s best to pick warmer or cooler colors from the start, or find something in the middle with medium browns, and beiges.
Pick A Neutral
Picking a neutral color will help you begin. A color like greige or ivory can be the start of your design. Go from there and keep the pace going with inspiration.
Search For Inspiration In Nature
This is one of the best ways to find color combos. Find a picture or natural scene that inspired you. Imagine a blue brook along a mountain, or bluebird sitting in a tree.
Nature offers the best color pairs, which is where we should look for inspiration.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)FAQ
What Are 3 Fall Colors That Go Together?
Three fall colors that go together are beige, brown, and dark brown. When combined, the colors create a warm room vibe.
For a kid’s room, try blue, yellow, and green. The colors represent wisdom and stability.
Can You Have Two Different Color Curtains In The Same Room?
You can use different colored curtains in the same room. With rooms that have too much light, two sets of heavy colors will offer surprising results.
One way to mix curtain colors is to match them with items in the room. A monochromatic color scheme should be the goal.
Another fun option would be to clash the colors on purpose. Alternating color patterns will help you achieve this look.
What Are Some Good Colors For A Gaming Room?
The most trending gaming room color is Frank Blue. The name might confuse you as the color belongs to the purple family. It’s classy and comfortable and offers a soothing effect.
Red and black is a popular gaming room color combo. You’ll notice how arcades feature this color pairing. When combined, they bring out the competitive nature of those in the room.
Aesthetically Pleasing Colors That Go Together Conclusion
When choosing colors for a room, have some fun. If you like certain colors, you can find a way to make them work. If they clash, change a few items in the room and see what happens.
A good place to start would be to choose a color scheme from the biggest hues in a room. Decorate in a vertical style. You can also contrast warm with cool colors to achieve a balance.
Harmony is the goal. Colors and set the tempo for a room, so keep in mind the personalities of those who use the room the most.
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Design Miami 2023 Features Artsy Pieces to Liven Up Your Spaces
After a long pandemic-driven hiatus, Design Miami was back in 2021, presenting a fabulous selection of new designs to feed your inner creativity. Crowds attending the 17th edition experienced interactive installations and viewed new furnishings, lighting, accessories and more. This year, the fair expanded its […]
Best OfAfter a long pandemic-driven hiatus, Design Miami was back in 2021, presenting a fabulous selection of new designs to feed your inner creativity. Crowds attending the 17th edition experienced interactive installations and viewed new furnishings, lighting, accessories and more.
This year, the fair expanded its digital offerings by launching a mobile app, offering a curated selection of NFTs for sale and being the first major fair to accept cryptocurrency payment.
Even better, if one of our highlights below strikes your fancy, you can explore more by taking a 3D curated tour.
Fresh, Innovative Works We Loved at Design Miami 2021
Play-doh Inspired Sink
Inspired by playing with Play-doh with his kids and crafted with 3D printing technology, New York artist Daniel Arsham created Rock.01, an edition of 99 authentic 3D-printed vessel bathroom sinks.
In this collaboration with Kohler, the sink intentionally shows evidence of 3D printing. Arsham paired the vessel with a matte, hand-cast brass fixture for textural contrast. The sink was displayed atop an installation of stone-like objects and forms.
Native Craft in Focus
Another collaboration at Design Miami 2021 was with Fendi, which enlisted MABEO, the furniture and accessories brand from Botswana, to create a collection of items that is a representation of the different craft techniques from his native country.
The 10 pieces in the collection bring together a range of styles and views, one of which is this Chichira Cabinet. It is a unique piece created with a basket-woven process.
Born in Fire
These vessels may look like highly polished wood, but they are actually made from burnished, smoke-fired terracotta clay, created by artist Madoda Fani. These were presented by Southern Guild of Cape Town, South Africa, which was awarded Best Gallery Presentation. The entire booth was set up like an artist’s studio and featured all ceramic works.
A Collection for Healing
Designer Bea Pernia used the experience of cast two years to create the Atus Collection, which aims to connect nature’s healing properties to our daily lives. It is crafted from Portuguese marble and sold white oak. Each piece pays homage to the materials and is a very creative expression.
A Fabulous Return
After a decade-long absence, Tom Dixon returned to Design Miami with a number of amazing pieces. From a massive canopy bed in polished brass to a light tower made from transistor panels, it was a fun and functional collection.
This is the HYDRO Chair, made from aluminum so light, two of us could easily lift it using one finger each. Made in collaboration with global aluminum producer, Hydro, the chair is strong, fun and super lightweight.
Afternoon Tea
Entitled “Afternoon Tea,” Lara Bohinc’s five-piece collection is crafted from marble as well as upholstered pieces. She designed the pieces during the quarantine period and wanted to create things that make people feel loved and happy — and that look good enough to eat, she says.
This desk, made from rosa portugalo marble, has its rounded, puffy elements that are meant to look like sponge fingers and an Austrian pastry.
Mini-Versions
We’ve seen — and very much loved — Brecht Wright Gander’s massive, otherworldly lighting pieces and now there are table lamp versions that have their own charm. This diminutive version was presented by Room57Gallery and is no less intriguing than the oversized iteration.
A Unique Silhouette
Being suckers for a great sofa, we were immediately drawn to this one presented by Carpenters Workshop Gallery. Made from cast brass and mohair the unique design of the Italian sofa is long, elegant and opulent. Despite the subtle color and understated silhouette. it grandly dominates the space.
Dark and Dramatic
Also from Carpenter’s Workshop, this Tomb Stag Chair was created by designer Rick Owens from black plywood and moose antlers. The limited-edition pieces are indeed whimsical conversation pieces.
A Famous Recreation
In a recreation of John Dickinson’s San Francisco residence –The Firehouse — the renowned designer’s home in an actual former firehouse, Converso presented some of the important original elements. Dickinson made his name as a “renegade” designer back in the 1960s and 1970s.
It was tough to pick from all the great pieces shown but this drapey-looking tin side table might not be the most well-known but it was one of our favorites.
Past and Present Melded
The Agnes Studio Lana Chair is part of the Lana Collection from AGO Projects of Mexico. The pieces explore contrasts like that between the past and the future and ancient materials and techniques in a futuristic context.
Agnes Studio creates the object as “an alternate evolution of Mesoamerican symbolism in Pre-Columbian architecture and design.” It’s also a very cozy piece to relax in!
Stony Inspiration
Friedman Benda gallery presented Daniel Arsham’s Rubble Couch, which has all the curves and an unconventional silhouette. Crafted from birch wood and bouclé upholstery, the limited edition of eight gives off a “Flintstones vibe” in the words of one fan. We love how the grain of the wood shines through the paint of the base.
Unique But Familiar
Voted the fair’s best contemporary work Halo by Bradley Bowers at The Future Perfect gallery is “something unique, while also being familiar.” Bowers hand-sculpts cotton paper for lighting fixtures that have an ethereal glow all their own. Light, shadow, creases and angles all come together into an exploration of balance, he writes. A second halo fixture displayed was a large wall light.
Pushing Material Boundaries
Also presented by The Future Perfect, these seats from Studio Floris Wubben really push the boundaries of ceramic possibilities. Instead of using a more traditional process, the clay forms are extruded — much like pasta is made — and then sliced into form.
The studio says that the pieces are at the same time hand-crafted and machine-made. The gallery director says the shape makes the pieces very tricky to fire successfully.
Austere Beauty
galleryALL of San Francisco brought a solo exhibition by Todomuta Studio to Miami, showing the austere pieces of the “Massless Collection.” Commissioned by the gallery, the pieces examine “the frontiers between art, design, and cutting-edge craftsmanship.”
The pieces in the collection are made from aluminum, and this Massless Double Bench incorporates leather. galleryALL says that Todomuta does not follow market trends and aims to “unnerve an audience” and show that acquiring pieces is not just an average act of consumption.
Exploring Consciousness
In another immersive installation this year, Crosby Studios founder Harry Nuriev created. The Bedroom, all done in shiny silver enclosed in a zen-like cube. The designer has been exploring spaces that are conceived as experiences of “traveling through different layers of space, reality, and consciousness.”
Nuriev aims to represent the space as an escape from reality and a place to experience all the types of consciousness and emotion you can have.
Global, Sustainable Design
With an earthy Seuss-like vibe, the solo exhibition by designer Khaled El Mays is eye-catching for many reasons. Presented by House of Today — a Beirut-based non-profit committed to fostering a sustainable design culture — the “New Nature” collection incorporates colorful shapes as well as a range of materials.
Collaborating with craftspeople in Mexico City, Mays created designs like this cabinet that feature leather and wood. Other pieces include raffia, wicker and ceramics.
Building on his innovative concrete designs, LA-based artist James De Wulf created the EXO Collection, which he showed at Design Miami 2021. The concrete designs are enhanced with the addition of metals are inspired by the “exoskeletons of microscopic organisms found on the ocean floor,” hence the name of the collection.
Using bronze, brass, steel, stainless steel, and iron, De Wulf blends the metals in a way that allows the surface of his works to be just three-quarters of an inch thick — with no visible seams in the metal of this gorgeous collection.
A Modern Take on the Butterfly
Designer Minkyu Lee created this one-of-a-kind Yellow Butterfly Chair that sold immediately. The modern design combines the shape of butterfly wings with a seating concept that is graphic and sturdy, unlike the typical ethereal quality usually ascribed to a butterfly. It was presented by the Mindy Solomon Gallery.
Alternative Ceramic Realities
Always big fans of ceramic artist Nick Weddell, his pieces have the feeling of being from some alternative reality and indeed they are inspired by the imaginary alternate universe he calls Zeefromzeglop. This table and vessel are a couple of our favorites — except for his pieces that include plenty of vicious-looking teeth!
A Twist on Tradition
This Twist Column Light by designer Eny Lee Parker is both traditionally elegant and yet unexpectedly modern at the same time. Presented by Objective Gallery, Lee’s ceramic piece is a stately one that can’t be ignored and becomes the focal point. She set out to change the function of a traditional column and its role in the space and we’d say she did so quite grandly and successfully.
Shedding Light with Nature
In its Design Miami debut, Pelle presented the Infinite Lure collection, which included this large-scale Nana Lure Chandelier. The works in the booth were examples of the studio’s proprietary hand-casting technique developed by Jean Pelle, who uses cotton linter to build.
Paper forms that capture the characteristics of nature. We’ve always found Pelle’s lighting fixtures to be stunning works of art and this is no exception.
Biological Evolution Made Functional
Presented by R & Company, Rogan Gregory’s functional pieces are inspired by his interest in the abstract, along with evolutionary and biological systems. This collection includes his Gorilla armchair and ottoman in black shearling, floor lamps from his Dune Light series and a three-legged coffee table in gypsum that has been tinted black.
Massive Blooms of Color
While Salon 94 Design presented functions works by the late designer colorful flowers that drew attention to the booth. The solo presentation was framed by these wallflowers (which are actually the opposite of the definition!) and their explosion of color and dimension. Each is crafted from painted stainless steel.
Modern Juxtapositions
One of the new collections to draw a lot of attention was the one titled “Rupture” by British designers Samuel Ross and Friedman Benda. The substantial marble furniture is perched on a much smaller powder-coated steel base done in Ross’ signature Safety Orange. This chair —Amnesia or platelet apparition? — is emblematic of the Rupture series, which grapples “with concepts of connection, severance, incongruity, and abstraction.”
Organic Craft Forms
Barcelona’s Side Gallery presented Tadeáš Podracky’s “The Metamorphosis,” a collection, that redefines contemporary craft. Podracky has meticulously hand-carved a series of pieces that add to his earlier creations in the collection. We love the organic look that avoids symmetry and its contrast with the colorful woven seat, reminiscent of an old-fashioned webbed folding chair.
Life Suspended
Twenty First Gallery’s presentation was a dramatic collection of just a few pieces that featured resin cabinets by Marcin Rusak. In an homage to Josef Frank, one of early Vienna modernism’s foremost figures, Rusak’s Flora Temporaria evokes the feeling of a Flemish painting or a dark pond with flowers floating under water’s surface.
The flora suspended in the resin is in various states of bloom and decay, lending an ethereal and living feeling that is indescribable.
Historic Work
Design Miami 2021 named Wendell Castle’s Chest of Drawers at R & Company, the Best Historic Work. The original design for this piece featured six legs, but in 1966 Castle added five more “writhing” supports, for stability and aesthetics, with the help of some of his students at the Rochester Institute of Technology. Not seen here, castle actually carved his initials in the side of the cabinet.
Patrick Weder’s Kavrn Side Table/Stool has an anthropomorphic form that his works generally portray. He is inspired by naturally occurring forms and like to push the envelope when it comes to functional design. Crafted from onyx and polished concrete, these tables have an irresistible organic yet minimalist form. It was presented by Wexler Gallery.
So there you have our favorites from Design Miami 2021. It’s a long list but, between the extended pandemic hiatus and designers’ continued creativity during that period, we were hungry for all they had to show. As noted at the start, check out the app or the curated tours!
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New York Design Fair Picks That Will Give Your Home a Fresh New Look
New York hosted a design trifecta that presented the latest offerings from a range of suppliers, from small makers to large brands serving the residential and business markets. The long-awaited combined fair was the first big home decor and design event in nearly two years […]
Best OfNew York hosted a design trifecta that presented the latest offerings from a range of suppliers, from small makers to large brands serving the residential and business markets. The long-awaited combined fair was the first big home decor and design event in nearly two years and it had plenty of creative designs on show.
The combined International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), WANTED Design and Boutique Design New York (BDNY) took place concurrently at the Javits Center in November 2021. It was clear that many designers spent their pandemic period creating amazing new designs that we were so happy to see.
50 Things We Loved at ICFF/Wanted Design/BDNY
In fact, we’ve rounded up 50 favorite pieces from the event to inspire your home decor and furniture dreams.
Fun and Tactile
The entire Woodfin Collection by Brent Warr is a must-have for its neutral look and extremely appealing tactile vibe. The designer/maker and self-taught abstract painter creates his sculptural pieces by using a unique process that involves dozens of layers of wood, plaster, and paint mix. The Rachel Floor lamp is definitely our favorite.
Tiny, Elegant Orbs
Brooklyn-based designer eye-catching sconce. The work is also available as a pendant.
Green says that the collection celebrates “the organic variations that collectively contribute to the elegance of our natural world.” It’s a small fixture that packs a lot of creative design punch.
Small and Multifaceted
Another lighting fixture that’s small in stature but big on impact is Model 375 presented by Ameico. Originally designed by Esben Klint in 1942, the table lamp is a reinterpretation of Klint’s iconic Model 107. It was redone to make Ameico’s 75th anniversary and uses light oak with brass details for the base underneath the folded paper shade.
Inspired by Fireflies
Mexican design studio Bandido is dedicated to promoting local production and these NAGA pendant lamps are a fabulous example. The petite pendants are inspired by the fireflies in the forests of Nanacamilpa, Tlaxcala. The design beautifully balances the opal glass of the diffuser with the dark shade crafted from dark marble, capped with brass. The studio also makes furniture.
Beaded Nests
Stunning luminous, cloud-like lights suspended from the ceiling create a dreamy look. The Birds Nest multi-drop pendants from Currey and Co. lighting are a glam take on their namesake. Each shade has hundreds of beads string on wire that is shaped into organically shaped nest-like swirls.
These lights are available in configurations including anywhere from one to 36 individual pendants.
Geometric Perfection
Indo’s dramatic Mooda Collection of wall sconces have a fascinating design — a hyperboloid for the geometry geeks — that’s actually inspired by a technique from India that involves stitching together cane or bamboo to create a low stool called a Mooda.
The technique has made its way into a variety of furnishings all based on this handed-down technique. The way it plays with light and geometry, especially on the wall is fitting for any living space.
Industrial Individuality
The designer behind Lorekform’s Surround Pendant creates textured glass shades that add incredible dimension to the resulting fixtures. This particular fixture is fully adjustable and features iron-cast glass. The studio’s techniques in glassmaking allow the shade to have a simple connection point and be adjusted on the metal rings.
Stylish Portability
As much as we love a great lighting fixture, we love a portable one even more! Zafferano America’s Olivia Pro Lamp comes in different finishes and is ideal for a dining table or anywhere you need a very stylish but unobtrusive little lamp.
This portable LED model has an induction charging base and it provides about 9 hours of illumination per charge. It features touch dimming and you can use it outdoors as well as inside.
Organizational Perfection
This wardrobe system from Anna Gratia Studio makes getting ready every day a spectacularly stylish experience. The entirely customizable storage is back in fuchsia pink velvet as well leather.
Drawers are designed to hold jewels and valuables in perfect style while the rest of the cabinets have space for hanging items as well as displaying art items or covetable handbags and accessories. There are men’s versions too!
Texture, Texture Everywhere
With texture among the big home decor trends for 2022, it’s not surprising that the fair included great examples like this wall covering from Arte International.
Designed for all kinds of settings, it not only adds depth but it also helps absorb sound. This three-dimensional effect comes from a combination of soft chenille and bouclé fabrics.
Sophisticated Curves
Another one of the biggest home decor trends for 2022 has to do with curved silhouettes for furniture. Soft lines, rounded corners and elegant swoops are what we’ll be seeing a lot of and the Turner chaise lounge from Arteriors is a great example. It has a lovely rounded back but even the entire length of the seat has a design that gently curves.
Superior Simplicity
This is the Belmont chair by Terry Crews, the well-known designer, action-movie hero, sitcom star, game show host, pitchman, former NFL player and best-selling author.
This was actually Crews’ fifth collab with Bernhardt. The chair is a modern version of the classic wingback and was inspired by the pandemic year of disruptions and uncertainty.
Unique Modularity
Two simple but ingenious wooden wedges called Together and Apart are a modular furniture system that works for every space. For the home or office, designer Bjarke Ballisager devised two saw-toothed wedges that interlock and can do so at lots of different levels.
This feature lets them be combined to create chairs, benches, booster seats for kids, side tables, laptop desks, coffee tables, and more. While these are available in wood, an eco-friendly EVA foam version is coming soon.
Asymmetrical Style
The unique silhouettes of these pieces from Cam Design Co., bring a new dimension to handcrafted furniture. Founder Christopher Miano welcomes projects that let him explore ways to combine new processes with established craft techniques to create imaginative designs. The collection features high-quality wood, exceptional metals and Carrara marble. We really love the asymmetry.
Architectural Flair
A hint of art deco with modern flair, the Lucy Lounge Chair from Charter Furniture is a great armchair for living rooms or offices. The sculptural stainless steel arms are elevated further by a leather arm panel with decorative metal buttons for extra contrast. The box cushion is filled with synthetic down and the seat deck and back panel. It’s style with a dose of edginess.
Plush Velvet Upholstery
The latest new chair from Kenneth Cobanpue, a well-known Filipino industrial designer, is a new riff on his usual weaving technique. Instead of natural materials, he wraps a plump tube upholstered in plush green velvet around the frame instead. The resulting chair deftly melds the luxurious fabric with the technique most often associated with rattan or cane.
Hand-Hewn Planters
The Concordic Planter is a dynamic piece that attracts attention no matter what kind of plant it holds. The planter’s namesake studio combines the wooden ribs of what it calls the exoskeleton with the interior ceramic pots.
These are also very special because they are hand-thrown by an independent pottery studio in Pennsylvania. The exoskeleton comes tall or stout and in a wide range of sizes, as well as 32 colors.
Stylish Low Credenza
A sideboard or credenza is far more than just a spot for storage, especially when it incorporates a design like this teak graphic black sideboard by Alain van Havre.
In order to create a feeling go movement on the front, van Havre started layering and combining triangular shapes. The multiple layers give the facade of the cabinet a sense of depth and dynamism, which is enhanced by the wood.
Sophisticated Luxury
This glam living room from Gabba Furniture of Turkey combines elegantly carved and painted wood with a textured upholstery fabric that creates a very luxe and refined look.
The off-white upholstery is the perfect hue to show off the design. Combined with dark wood accents and gleaming shelves and tables, it’s a super sophisticated living room.
Creativity With Sustainable Materials
Thanks to the increasing focus on sustainability in design and decor, bamboo is showing up in more designs. Greenington has been manufacturing bamboo home furnishings for more than 20 years. This Azara sideboard includes an accent made from solid exotic Tiger bamboo. This dramatic stripe of patterning is achieved with heat and pressure alone and no stain is used.
Design-Forward Recycling
Your designer Hali Barthel created the Quill Chair and Meadow Screen, both of which play on the “intersectionality between recyclable materials and the unexpected.” Barthel writes that many of her designs are meant to be tongue-in-cheek and lighthearted, which these certainly are.
New Designs With Old Materials
Hannah Vaughan says that her Crushed Low Table is a prime example of her mantra “designing for the future by reimagining the past.” This piece is a base of salvaged metal including chromed car fenders and doors, corrugated roofing material, and discarded metal shelving that has literally been crushed to shape. It is topped with a ⅜” glass tabletop.
Perfect Designs From Imperfect Materials
This will beauty is Ian Love’s Sculptural light panel made from carved walnut and thin alabaster stone. The designer has always been attracted to spalted (diseased) wood because it has a unique grain pattern that appears marbled.
He uses all types of woods and combines the pieces with resin, concrete, alabaster, stone, metals and mixed-media found flora. The soft light that emanates from this is a perfect mood-setter.
Touchable Textiles
We’ve already mentioned that texture is among the big dome decor trends for 2022 and throw pillows are an excellent way to add a fresh look and loads of touchable, nubby fabrics. The different warp and weft materials on these pillows from In2green create lots of interest even when the pillow is monochrome. You can never go wrong when you add tactile fabrics to your decor.
Artful Conversation Pieces
There are chairs…and then there are artful chairs like these from Jaeyon Park. Inspired by a song titled “La Ballade de Jim” by Paradis (2011). The colors and the gold represent his state of mind along with his car and his dreams. Park says that the irregular forms are intended to evoke speed and motion. the chairs are formed with epoxy.
Evoking Nature
Nature calls strongly these days and this Branch floor lamp by Joel Seigle is a marvelous work for adding both natural materials and an icon from the forest. Behind it on the wall is the Tonna Mirror, which was inspired by the Tonna shell and its graceful curves and the interesting combination with the mirror. Both pieces are crafted from white oak and the mirror includes steel.
Outdoor Stylishness
There’s no reason that your outdoor living space can’t be as stylish as the indoors. These pieces from Kettal of Spain are ideal for a deck or patio and can blend with existing outdoor furniture. Woven pieces like the ottoman are easy to incorporate and the chairs have a unique style to set your yard apart from the rest of the neighborhood.
Small Bathroom Chic
Small bathrooms can indeed be chic and La Cava creates a stunning one in blue and brass. The wall-mounted toilet and the wall-mounted Linea vanity provide plenty of ease in the bathroom. Keeping everything up off the floor also makes the space seem larger.
Sculptural Textile Art
Designer Lizan Freijsen is fascinated by the world of fungi and has used these agents of decay as inspiration for artful, sculptural textiles. The wall hangings feature earthy tones that help Freijsen recreate the beauty she finds in the moss, fungus and breakdown of material that most of us overlook.
Studio Marta Manente of Brazil presented its lovely outdoor chair, but we were particularly drawn to the small table. Designed or use inside or out, the Andros Side Table was inspired by Brazilian marine corals and the mix of materials — teak wood, the aluminum tube and concrete makes a stylish combo. The table is easily transported by the metal tube, which is like a handle.
Nest-Like Comfort
A professionally trained shipwright and furniture maker, Michael Javidi creates organic forms that aim to balance form, function, beauty and comfort.
These NID hanging chairs — one in wood and one in brass — creates a very comfortable next, whose swaying motion can lull anyone into a restful state!
Bold Bathtubs
MOMA Design of Italy brings bold bathtub design to a whole new level with its Chaise Longue Vitré bathtub. Set between two panes of sturdy glass, the tub is not for the shy!
The design is especially intriguing because of the combination of the glass on both sides with the softly undulating Corian tub bottom. Inspired by the traditional chaise lounge, this bathtub version has a slit filter at one end for the water to drain.
Throne-Like Seating
Motivo Furniture’s New York Chair is big and bold just like its namesake city. Said to be inspired by the Chrysler Building, the tall back has art deco styling and the seat bottom is deep and comfortable. This might technically be a piece designed for the hospitality sector, but we know plenty of homeowners who would love a chair like this!
Upgraded Pedestal Sinks
Pedestal sinks are great for smaller powder rooms, but sometimes they can be a bit…boring. That’s definitely not the case with MTIs pedestal sink that features a fluted surround in a stylish, neutral gray tone. The different exterior is a fresh look for any powder room or bathroom where you don’t need counter space.
Lighting for Bling
Designer Nina Magon’s hanging fixtures for Studio M Lighting are reminiscent of earrings capped off with lustrous pearls. The Alina fixture has different configurations for the French Gold arms so that you can choose what complements your space best. The jewelry-inspired lighting is definitely the right bling for any room.
Biophilic Design
From the moment we saw Brooklyn-based Opiary a few years ago, we were hooked! The biophilic design and production studio integrates live greenery and organic shapes into its furniture and home accessories. This year’s newest piece is the modular wall, which allows you to create a section as big or as small as you want, and incorporate as much greenery as you desire.
Handcrafted Hideaways
Artisan pieces for the home are always a great investment so the Path Cabinet by Orbita Furniture is a good choice for secreting away your possessions in any space. The white oak cabinet seems to float atop a metal frame, while the rounded back adds interest, emphasized by the round metal knob.
Modern Portable Lighting
Portable, rechargeable lights are among the best new lighting innovations and an increasing variety of styles are available. This is the Candel LED Table Lamp by Pablo Pardo of Pablo Designs. It’s a simple design with clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic. It has a long-life battery in an aluminum housing that sits in the base of the flared body, emitting light that suffuses the space around it.
Versatile Benches
Every house needs a bench or two because they are so versatile and functional. These new styles from Paradigm Trends are especially nice because of the rounded shape and thick cushion paired with the wide metal frame. The thin legs give them a hint of midcentury modern flair.
Black and White Beauty
This two-toned beauty is the dining chair from Point’s Havana Collection. It has a lacquered aluminum frame and Shintotex fiber weaving in ivory and black while the foam cushion adds comfort. The chair back looks like it is checked while the arms and legs appear as if they have white accent stitching. Altogether, it’s a stunning design.
Irish Wool Designs
Rhyme Studio focuses on using traditionally spun, high-quality Irish wool. From stunning rugs like the round marvel on the wall to the shaggy, earthy ottoman, Rhyme celebrates sculptural forms. art and Irish craftsmanship. The wool is sourced, spun and dyed by hand in various Irish workshops before heading to Rhyme’s Irish workshop to be crafted into the final product.
Natural Comfort
Sentient Furniture’s Wave Chaise Longue is super inviting with the sheepskin cover on it. The low, undulating design looks very comfortable and the fleece, oh-so-soft. It’s actually made of two elegantly curved shapes: wood base and the seat.
If you look at it from the back, it actually looks a little like a woman’s stiletto. Available in a range of woods, the chaise was designed by Nersi Nasseri.
A Focus on Gemstones
Mexico City-based Sten Studio is a design company born from a passion for geology and the beautiful and varied characteristics of stones. One of the results is Hotai, a lamp that combines three elements: wood, quartz and light.
The name means “complement” and the lamp is crafted to the principle of fukinsei, which means unbalance — the lack of symmetry in nature. The design and light really allow the natural beauty of the stone to literally glow.
Updated Dining Chairs
Look for something a little different when it’s time to refresh your dining chairs. These two are a great sample. The low Frisé chair from StyleNations has a cute detail of a scalloped edge along the chair’s back. The Taller two-tone stool has an elegant gold frame and gracefully curved backrest. It’s a design that will look far more stylish than your average barstool.
Italian Design Ingenuity
Innovative Italian design is visible in the UNAM chair from Suite 22. Designed for the wear and tear of a public location, it would also be a durable — and very stylish — addition to the home. The nautical rope weaving is also super long-wearing.
The ebb and flow of this chair design were indeed inspired by water. U.A.I.X,‘s Sit Here For It Chair is made from molded plastic and was designed by Steven Clarke. The digitally-driven furniture brand devised the sensual smooth flow shape for the chair, which sits on the Lick the Top Rug.
Low Profile Silhouettes
This low-slung armchair from Ethnicraft has a cane back and a super stylish cushion upholstered in glen plaid. The tapered legs and arms add extra style while the genuine leather straps are an unexpected embellishment. Overall, it’s a chair we imagine slinking down into and relaxing!
Quirky Graphics
Putting some personality into your space is of paramount importance and these textiles and wallcoverings from Weirdoh Birds will do that. The whimsical graphics are cute and lighthearted, but not so “out there” that you couldn’t include some in any living space for a touch of fun.
Artisan Craftsmanship
Buying less and buying quality is the mantra for many these days and artisan pieces like the Bar Dresser from Wren and Cooper. It’s made of solid wood panels that have been patched and lap joined. The drawers feature dovetail joinery and the solid brass drawer pulls with black lacquer and also hand-crafted. On top is the Sumi Arch Lamp made from bleached maple.
Modern Trompe l’Oeil
It looks like crumpled paper in the form of a stool, but don’t worry — take a seat! It’s actually a stable stool that is covered in resin material. Zachary A Design has a special process by which he draws on huge sheets of paper and coats them with a resin that transfers the drawings from the paper. Once solidified, the paper is peeled from the surface. These pieces are great fun.
So there you have it: Fifty of our favorite pieces from the show, which combined ICFF, Wanted Design and BDNY under one roof.
There’s plenty to fuel your redecorating imagination, especially when so many of the pieces fall into the biggest home decor trends for 2022. Check them out and make your decorating plan!
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70 Ingenious Fall Wreath Designs Ready To Inspire You
You know it’s fall when you start thinking about hanging a wreath on your front door. But don’t go to the wreath store just yet. This year, how about you craft the fall wreath yourself? With so many beautiful, lovely and interesting ideas and variations […]
Best OfYou know it’s fall when you start thinking about hanging a wreath on your front door. But don’t go to the wreath store just yet. This year, how about you craft the fall wreath yourself?
With so many beautiful, lovely and interesting ideas and variations you can try, it would be a shame to settle for something generic? And in case you’re lacking ideas, we’ve prepared a few you should definitely take a look at.
What Is a Fall Wreath?
A fall wreath is a crafted decoration (usually homemade but sometimes bought from another crafter or store) that is used to help transition your regular home decorations into a seasonal theme. Fall wreaths are usually created as a crafting project and they’re popular to make with children, who especially enjoy their own child-sized grapevine wreaths along with the wreath for the front door.
What Do You Need to Make a Fall Wreath?
The materials used to create homemade fall wreaths depend on what style of fall wreath you’re trying to make. Some fall wreaths incorporate fancy materials such as lace or ribbons, while others focus on rustic materials such as burlap or corn husks.
Before you make a fall wreath, be sure to check your crafting recipe and see exactly what supplies are needed. Gathering up what you need before you get started can make the entire process more fun and less of a hassle.
Can You Make Fall Wreaths Out of Found Materials?
Fall wreaths are a great way to incorporate found materials if you collect branches, fallen leaves, acorns, and other found objects in your yard or on hikes. Spraying found objects like faux leaves and acorns with a clear varnish can help keep them looking fresh for months on your homemade wreaths if you’re worried about them breaking down over time.
When Should You Put Out a Fall Wreath?
Most people put out their fall wreaths in September and October. Halloween wreaths are typically put out a few weeks before Halloween when the rest of the Halloween decorations come out. It’s a good idea to take down your Halloween wreath and replace it with a traditional fall wreath after the holiday passes.
70 Fall Wreath Ideas to Try This Autumn
1. Homemade Apple Wreath
Use anything you can find in your house this time of the year. For example, apples. That would sure look delicious.
Here’s what you have to do: first, get a foam wreath form and cover it with burlap. Then take apples of various sizes and hot glue them onto the wreath one by one. So simple and so delicious.
Using faux apples helps keep the wreath from breaking down when the fresh apples start to soften. Faux apples come in several colors too, so if you’d rather do a multi-colored, green, or yellow wreath, you can. {found on The Wood Grain Cottage}.
2. Faux Berry Grapevine Wreath
Berries are another good resource you can use when crafting a fall wreath. Creole in DC offers a lovely example of how such a wreath would look like. You can start with a simple grapevine wreath and then glue large berries onto it.
Add a large ribbon to it as a final touch. This wreath can add a lot of texture to your decor without looking garish since it is decked out in neutral earth tones.
3. Pinecones and Burlap Fall Wreath
You can pretty much find pine cones everywhere you look during autumn. So it wouldn’t be such a big problem to gather a few so you can use them when crafting the wreath you’ve been dreaming about. Start with a styrofoam wreath. Spray paint it and then start hot gluing the pine cones one by one.
Use tiny pine cones to fill in the gaps. Use burlap and orange ribbon to attach the wreath to the door. This is a simple fall wreath design, but the materials are sturdy enough to hold up for several years of decorating if you store it carefully. {found on Keep Calm and Decorate}.
4. Acorns and Burlap Wreath
A similar option is to use acorns. An acorn wreath would look rustic and really lovely if you also use some burlap to make a nice bow for it. The design featured on Consumer Crafts is perfect in this sense.
It shows how you can use a grapevine wreath form, small acorn decorations, gold glimmer mist, and burlap to create the perfect decoration for your front door. Using acorns as the primary material for this wreath gives it a uniform look that pairs well with more modern decorating schemes.
5. Grapevine Faux Leaf Wreath
Grapevine wreaths are incredibly versatile and can be used in a lot of interesting ways and in combination with a large variety of materials. A popular combo includes leaves. Their fall colors are symbolic of the ambiance during this season and allows them to set a beautiful mood.
You can often find these faux leaves on sale during the fall season in the arts and crafts section of your local hobby shop, too. Check out the wreath featured on Design Improvised for more details.
6. Letter Stencil Grapevine Fall Wreath
If you want to craft a wreath that’s best described by the term “cute”, have a look at the idea offered on Homecraftsbyali. The owl is simply adorable and the letter stencils are perfect for sending a message to everyone who knocks on your door.
7. Grapevine Flower Wreath
Even though the good old warm and sunny days are pretty much over, this doesn’t mean that all the fresh and cheerful colors have to disappear from our lives as well. Fall flowers make sure this doesn’t happen. Their beautiful yellow and red shades makes them ideal for this type of project.
Start with a grapevine wreath and a bunch of flowers of different shapes, sizes, and colors. Glue on the largest ones first and then continue with the others. You can only cover the bottom part of the wreath such as described on Suburban Reno or the entire wreath.
8. Faux Branch Fall Wreath
Using real flowers, leaves, and berries is definitely appealing, especially when you can find them all in your garden or back yard. However, if you want the wreath to last, opt for faux branches instead.
Start gluing them all onto a grapevine wreath until you cover the whole surface. You can then make a large burlap bow for the top. {found on Place of My Taste}.
9. Faux Leaf and Burlap Wreath
Faux leaves definitely make the whole process of constructing a wreath simpler but they definitely don’t eliminate the need for creativity and customization. A good starting point can be the project featured on Revamperate. The wreath described here is easy to make and really versatile.
10. Bird-Themed Grapevine Wreath
There’s no need to cover the entire wreath in leaves if you want to make a statement. In fact, if you use fewer leaves there’s a better chance that they’ll stand out in an elegant and stylish way. And since you’ll be using a grapevine wreath, you can add a few bird decorations as well to make it look like a cute nest. {found on Lady Face Blog}.
11. Floral Grapevine Wreath
A really elegant and chic wreath design can be found on Confessions of a Serial DIYer. The project requires a grapevine wreath reinforced with pieces from another similar wreath for more depth, three decorations, a burlap ribbon, and floral wire. The decorations can be just about anything, in this case including a mini pumpkin and two large flowers.
12. Tiny Pumpkin Grapevine Wreath
The combination of tiny pumpkins, flowers, and burlap seems to work pretty well. Another beautiful example is shown on Oh Everything Handmade.
The materials needed are a plain grapevine wreath, five fall-inspired decorations, burlap, hemp cord, and a hot glue gun. Check out the instructions and adapt the design to your preferences.
13. White Grapevine Wreath
You can do a lot of things with items you already have in your home. For example, you can use coffee filters to decorate a fall wreath. The idea came to us from Sarah Hearts.
Here you can find out how to make a modern and chic wreath by dipping coffee filters in food coloring dye. The whole process is actually simpler than it seems.
14. Faux Bay Leaf Wreath
If the leaves are the main focus of the wreath design you have in mind, then you’ll probably find the project on Carolyn’s Homework quite interesting and helpful. It describes a wreath made with faux bay leaves and brown paper bags.
You’ll need craft paint or watercolor paint to give the leaves the beautiful colors you see here. You’ll be attaching the leaves one by one to a wreath form making sure not to leave any open spaces.
15. Metallic Leaf Wreath
Another beautiful autumn project that uses fake leaves can be found on Lemon Thistle. This time, the wreath features here use a brass hoop as a base.
A bunch of fake leaves and berries and attached to it, but not before being spray painted using metallic colors. They look really lovely and the wreath looks similar to a basket full of leaves.
16. Dried Magnolia Leaf Wreath
Magnolia leaves are perfect for fall wreaths. They can be arranged in a lot of interesting ways and patterns.
You can also use full branches to give the wreath a full look. Check out Nouthern Hospitality Blog for more info on how to get this project done.
17. Faux White Pumpkin Wreath
Decorate a grapevine wreath with miniature pumpkins and you’ll get a decoration that adds autumn charm to your home in no time. Moreover, the project is really simple. For it, you need mini faux pumpkins, moss, twine, wine, and burlap ribbons. {found on Upcycled Treasures}
18. Square Stick Wreath
Of course, you can make a wreath from scratch. So instead of starting with a grapevine form, you’ll be starting with a pile of sticks and branches.
You can use yarn to connect them in order to get the actual wreath form which, by the way, doesn’t have to be round. A square or rectangular wreath such as the one featured on Sisters What would look quite interesting.
19. Felt Leaf Wreath
You only need a few little twigs to create a great-looking wreath. This is exemplified on North Story where you can find out how to make a twig wreath decorated with felt leaves. Use felt in fall-inspired colors such as brown, yellow, orange, or dark green.
20. Sunburst Branch Wreath
An interesting combination of materials and design techniques can be found on A Beautiful Mess. The wreath featured here can be crafted using a bunch of twigs and a series of pom-poms.
You’ll be making a circular wreath form out of cardboard. The contrast between the rough-looking twigs and the delicate pom-poms is what gives this wreath its unique character.
21. Cinnamon Stick Wreath
For the wreath described on Consumer Crafts, you’ll be using a different kind of stick. To make something similar, you’ll need lots of cinnamon sticks, a grapevine wreath, and a hot glue gun. The process is simple but long.
You have to glue each cinnamon stick to the wreath in a random pattern until you cover the whole surface. The result will be a fall wreath that not only looks beautiful but also smells great.
22. Multicolored Wheat Wreath
If you want to craft a wreath that’s actually symbolic for the autumn season, try to include materials that send this type of message. The leaves, twigs, and pinecones described so far are all great options but there are also tons of others just waiting for your approval.
An interesting one is wheat. You can find a lovely tutorial on how to make a wheat wreath on Sustain My Craft Habit.
23. Garland Wheat Wreath
Crafting a good-looking wheat wreath can actually be very simple and very enjoyable. If you wrap the stems of the wheat in the same direction that the wreath twists in you’ll get a design that looks pretty much like the one we found on Houseful of Handmade. Once you’re done with that part, feel free to add decorations such as garlands, bows, and other things.
24. Straw and Wheat Wreath
Another great wheat wreath is described on Daisy Marbelle. The supplies needed for this one include a straw wreath, three bundles of dried wheat, and burlap ribbon. As you can see, the whole process requires a super small budget and leaves plenty of room for customization.
25. Copper Pipe Wreath
Using the standard materials is definitely very convenient, regardless of what you plan on crafting. But if you want the final product to really stand out, you need to look for alternatives. An inspiring idea can be found on Love Create Celebrate where you can find out how to make a fall wreath out of copper pipes.
26. Birch Wood Wreath
Using twigs and branches is quite common when crafting wreaths but how often do you see a wreath made of large pieces of birch wood? The idea may be a bit unusual, but the end result is not at all bad. In fact, the wreath we found on Love Create Celebrate is really beautiful and would look wonderful on any front door.
27. Multi-colored Yarn Wreath
Another interesting material you can use when crafting a fall wreath is yarn. Not sure how that would work out? Check out Architecture of a Mom for some inspiration.
At first, you’ll basically just have to wrap yarn around a foam wreath form until you cover it entirely. Then you can add whatever ornaments and decorations you want.
28. Painted Clothespin Wreath
Grow Creative Blog offers one of the simplest and most ingenious wreath designs. The idea proposed here is to use a wire wreath form and a bunch of colored clothespins to create an eye-catching wreath. You just have to clip the clothespins on without needing any glue.
29. Embroidery Hoop Wreath
We’ll also add embroidery hoops to the list of materials that can be used when crafting unique wreaths because, as Tater Tots and Jello shows us, they’re a really great choice. To make this wreath you need a 10” embroidery hoop, linen or fabric, embroidery thread, felt, and a burlap garland.
30. Pumpkin and Hydrangea Wreath
Maybe fall flowers are not as colorful and delicate-looking as the spring or summer ones but they can definitely add a fresh touch to a wreath. The hydrangea wreath we found on Time with Thea is very lovely and has a simple design that you can adapt and customize using plenty of other types of fresh flowers and plants.
31. Square Burlap Wreath
There are so many great ways in which you can use burlap on wreaths that we decided to present you with several different options and to let you pick the one that works best for you. The first option is a project we found on Crafts ‘n Coffee for a square-shaped wreath.
To make it you need a styrofoam wreath form and burlap in two colors. You’ll also be using paper, ribbon, and buttons.
32. Twisted Burlap Wreath
Want something a bit more feminine? Check out the design on Freshly Completed. Start with a wire wreath and three flower arrangements.
You’ll also need some burlap and a hot glue gun. Cut the burlap into strips and glue it around the wire form. Twist and pouf as you go.
End with a burlap ribbon and then add the flowers. Choose darker colors of faux flowers at the bottom of your accent and lighter colors for the top for an ombre design. You can also include some faux berries, cattails, and faux leaves along with faux flowers for a more eclectic look.
33. Looped Burlap Wreath
The design featured on Love of Family and Home is somewhat similar to the previous one but, at the same time, quite different. In this case, the burlap strips loop around the wire wreath form. Each section has three loops. You can use different colors of burlap for variety.
The finishing touch is a berry ornament. Be careful to keep your burlap loops even and consistent so that your burlap wreath doesn’t end up looking shoddy.
35. Burlap and Lace Fall Wreath
Burlap and lace come together beautifully in the wreath design described on My Blessed Life. It all starts with a straw wreath and burlap strips that are tightly wrapped around it. After that, lace is added in a similar manner in order to partially cover the wreath.
Fabric flowers are glued on at the very end. The combination of burlap and lace is an interesting one since burlap is associated with rough country decor and lace is associated with vintage or retro looks. Together they provide an interesting clash of textures, but the neutral colors of both materials help mesh them together well.
36. Funky Burlap Ruffle Wreath
The ruffles on this wreath are hard to ignore given how funky they look. The base for the wreath is a wire hanger that was formed into a circle shape.
The burlap strips are threaded through the wire and then spaced out evenly. Feel free to decorate your burlap ruffle wreath in any way you want.
Burlap is a very versatile material for fall wreaths because it’s relatively affordable compared to other crafting materials and it can be glued or fastened easily to the base of your wreath. Burlap helps give your fall decor a cozy and rustic vibe.
37. Smooth Simple Burlap Fall Wreath
Those that prefer simplicity should find the burlap wreath featured on Create Craft Love most charming. To make your own version, wrap burlap around a styrofoam wreath form.
Wrap it as tightly as you can and secure the ends with glue. Then add a few fake flowers and leaves to make a decorative bouquet.
If you want to put out seasonal fall decor but you don’t want to put a ton of time and effort into it, this simple fall wreath is the way to go.
40. Candy Corn Fall Wreath
Aren’t the colors on this wreath just wonderful? Crafting something like this is definitely time-consuming but not that difficult. The biggest investment you’ll need to make in this wreath project is time, but luckily what you lose in time you save in money.
This is one of the cheaper fall wreaths you can put together. Cover a foam wreath foam in burlap or muslin and then cut orange, yellow, and white canvas fabric into small sections which you attach to the wreath with straight pins.
41. Simple Banner Fall Wreath
Whenever something is described as modern, “simple” is the first term that comes to mind. Wreaths are no exception.
So how would you imagine a modern fall wreath? Probably it wouldn’t have a conventional design. In fact, you could even replace the whole wreath design with something else, like bunting.
The black-and-white design makes it a smart foil against a brightly colored front door, and it also acts as a neutral focal point with other bright accent colors too. We found this idea on Homemade Ginger.
42. Framed Chalkboard Fall Wreath
Another interesting design for a modern wreath can be found on At the Picket Fence. It’s pretty much just a framed chalkboard decorated with a bow and some dried leaves or branches. The lovely thing about this idea is that you can personalize this so-called wreath with a lot of cute messages.
This wreath is a perfect gift to give a special teacher or academic in your life. You could also decorate the board with family mottos or fall-inspired chalk illustrations.
43. Wooden Hexagon Fall Wreath Design
Geometric patterns and shapes are a recurrent theme in a lot of modern designs and wreaths are no exception. You can make a hexagon-shaped wreath using wooden boards.
You need to cut them to size and to plan the angles perfectly. Put them together and secure them with screws at an angle.
Then it’s up to you to add the decorations you like. This wreath requires some basic woodworking skills to put together, but the end result looks great in a farmhouse, craftsman style, or country home. {found on Cherished Bliss}.
44. Colorful Felt and Yarn Leaf Fall Wreath
Felt ornaments and decorations are quite popular. There are lots of great DIY projects you can try that require felt. On Nest of Posies we found a really cute wreath design that uses colorful felt leaves to stand out.
You can combine as many different colors as you like. Be meticulous when you’re wrapping your yarn around the wreath base so that the look of the yarn is tight and even.
Loose loops or gaps in the yarn cover on the wreath will make it look homemade in a sloppy way, and that’s not the look you want. Throwing in a few unnatural colors such as the hunter orange and soft teal in this wreath can give it a touch of whimsy.
45. Felted Wool Fall Wreath
The design of the wreath featured on The Magic Onions is very cozy and that’s because of the materials that were used. To make something similar you’ll need felt raving, a foam wreath, green felt, and a sewing needle. Arrange the raving in long strips and wrap each one around the foam form.
Alternate the colors, and the finishing touch is a green felt leaf. This wreath is perfect for a comfy-yet-contemporary interior.
46. Felted Leaf Fall Wreath Design
If you have the time, you’d better start cutting a lot of felt leaves in different colors. You can then use them to decorate a wreath form. Alternate the colors and follow a pattern.
At the end, add a black felt bow and some cute ornament of your choice. Using darker-colored leaves at the bottom and lighter-colored leaves at the top gives this wreath a pleasing ombre design that is reminiscent of changing autumn leaves. {found on Everyday Dishes}
47. Coffee Dyed Paper Blossom Fall Wreath
Paper can be used for a lot of interesting DIY projects. But for the one we found on Blue Sky Confections you’ll actually be using paper plates. You need around 50 of them as well as a grapevine wreath, some coffee, craft glue, cookie sprinkles, and ribbon.
The list of materials is definitely unusual but wait till you check out the instructions. You’ll need to set aside plenty of time to finish this paper blossom wreath, but the final results will blow your guests away.
48. Paper Starburst Fall Wreath
Another interesting wreath design, this time using actual paper, can be found on Houseologie. It’s a starburst wreath that’s pretty easy to make. You should also use a piece of plywood for the back. The key element is the way you decorate the wreath after you’re finished crafting it.
This fall wreath would look perfect in a bohemian interior, but it makes a major impact against any light-colored home design. You could also incorporate Halloween-themed wrapping paper instead for a spooky variation.
49. Brown Paper Bag Leaf Wreath with Blossoms
But let’s also take a look at a more common way in which you can use paper when crafting a wreath. A good example can be found on eHow. The wreath described there was made using brown paper bags, a styrofoam form, and a glue gun.
Cut out leaf shapes and gently press each one in half. Also, cut out paper rosettes. Use them to decorate the wreath. This paper leaf wreath could also be done in shades of cream or white to match lighter-colored interiors, or you could choose black paper for a gothic look.
50. Abstract Halloween Wreath
For some, autumn and Halloween are synonyms. That means the preparations for this holiday have already started and what better way to start than with a wreath? A really cute design is the one we found on Design Improvised.
It’s actually more than a single wreath. More like a whole bunch of abstract wreaths infused with the spirit of Halloween. The delicate patterns in this circle-based wreath give it a vintage appeal that is more romantic and feminine than most seasonal wreaths.
51. Repurposed Paper Plate Holder Pumpkin Wreath
Something as simple and basic as a paper plate holder can turn out to be the key element in a very cute and funky Halloween wreath design. Having trouble picturing the process? Check out Sadie Season Goods.
The jack-o-lantern you’ll find there is super easy to make and you’ll find it most delightful. With just a handful of basic crafting supplies, this is one of the quickest Halloween wreaths you can make.
52. Masking Tape DIY BOO Halloween Wreath
Another super simple project can be found on Design Improvised. All you need for this one is a foam wreath form, adhesive borders, masking tape, and a hot glue gun. For the most part, you just have to peel and stick.
You can find many different kinds of seasonal washi tape and other types of adhesive borders to add personality and different shades of orange to your wreath design. Make sure that you wrap the wreath as flush as possible to avoid any air bubbles or wrinkles in the tape. However, if you do end up with minor flaws, the patterns in the tape should help to cover them up.
53. White Halloween Skull Wreath
But let’s have a look at a few more Halloween-ish designs as well, like the one featured on DIYs. To make it, you need a styrofoam wreath form, strips of fabric, push pins, and decorative ornaments like skulls, black feathers, spiders, bats, and other things.
If you don’t like the look of the purple faux leaves in this original design at DIYs, you can replace the color purple with orange or some other fall-appropriate shade. Since the rest of the wreath design is in neutral black-and-white, whatever color you choose should match well.
54. Spiderweb Yarn Eek Wreath
Explore your gloomy side with a spider web wreath. To make it, you need a simple wreath form and some fluffy black yarn. Black yarn that has been shot through with metallic thread (such as silver) also looks flashy in this wreath design.
For instructions on how to create the spider web, check out Kaminnski’s Creations. You can also make some cute little spider decorations from scratch if you want.
55. Spooky Raven Yarn Wreath
Another way in which you can add a spooky touch to your Halloween wreath is with some moss, a black bird and a spooky sign. What we’re describing now is the project on I Heart Nap Time. The process goes like this: first you wrap yarn around the foam wreath, then you wrap some black lace as well and you add a few fabric flowers.
After that, glue Spanish moss on top of the lace seam and put the black bird on top. The spooky sign is the final touch. This fall wreath is a little tedious to put together, but it results in a wreath nice enough that people will wonder whether you bought it in a store.
56. Spooky Cobweb Halloween Wreath
Spooky is also the best word to describe the wreath featured on Just A Girl Blog. Check out the instructions and find out how to make that spider web which adds a gloomy touch to the whole design.
This wreath is a fun one to make with kids since they enjoy playing with the faux cobwebs. You can also skip the lettering and choose a different centerpiece instead if you choose, such as a skull or a raven.
57. Black Crow Wreath
For some reason, black crows are quite symbolic of Halloween. They’re actually pretty cute and really intelligent once you come to know them better. On DIYs you can find out how to make a Halloween wreath that uses this symbol.
You need a grapevine wreath, black spray paint, a hot glue gun, a faux black bird, black ribbon and black and white feathers, and faux flowers and grasses. Even with the dark coloring of this fall wreath, the white faux flower keeps it looking delicate and stylish.
58. Lace Spiderweb Wreath
The lace spider web wreaths we found on The Thriftress could also become the focal point of your front door during this period. To make them, you need a large embroidery hoop and several small ones as well as black spray paint, lace and decorative spiders. A black bird ornament can be the detail that completes the look.
These embroidery hoops are a creative way to show off your own needlework skills too if you make your own. Black and orange spiders look properly spooky on this wreath, but you could scare guests with more realistic-looking versions, too.
59. Black Tulle Halloween Wreath
Sure, not all Halloween wreaths have to look spooky. The design featured on Our Best Bites is a really lovely option and all you need to make it is a wreath form and black tulle. You can then decorate it with fabric flowers and ornaments in bright colors such as purple or orange.
The tulle is a good look for more feminine or romantic interior design schemes. Using feathers and silk roses as accent materials helps keep the entire project looking soft and touchable.
60. Orange Ribbon Halloween Wreath
Similarly, you can use black felt, orange felt, Halloween-themed ribbon, and dress pins to make a lovely-looking wreath. Start with a styrofoam form. Cover it in black felt and then cut a few strips of orange felt and pin them in place.
The last step is wrapping the ribbon around the wreath. This sleek black wreath looks great in a more minimalist interior design, and it’s simple enough to make for gifting wreaths. Be sure to keep the “stripes” on the wreath relatively even to create a professional-looking result.
61. Real Candy Corn and Ribbon Wreath
Looking for a cheap way to craft a bold Halloween wreath? Check out Artsy Fartsy Mama for instructions on how to make one using candy corn. All you need is a wreath form, candy corn and acrylic paint.
Paint the wreath form and then start to glue the candy corn onto the wreath, piece by piece. This wreath can also be reproduced with other kinds of Halloween candy than candy corn if you want some different colors other than orange, yellow, and white. You can also get different types of candy corn that incorporate other colors if you’re trying to match a pre-existing color scheme in your home.
62. Ceiling Medallion Halloween Wreath
If, for some reason, you have a ceiling medallion lying around, take a look on Madigan Made for instructions on how you can turn it into an interesting-looking wreath. You can pretty much do this project in 5 minutes. This wreath is an excellent example of how you can take found objects and use them in art projects.
It just takes looking at potential crafting materials in a slightly different way. You can get a ceiling medallion for around ten dollars, so this wreath is a great way to end up with a professional product without investing a bunch of money in the project.
63. Black Tissue Paper Halloween Wreath
This black tissue paper Halloween wreath from Rocky Mountain Bliss can be created for just a few dollars. All you need for supplies are black tissues, some hot glue, white glue, cardboard, and a centerpiece decoration such as a skull or raven.
You can easily cut the tissue paper into consistent four-by-four-inch squares by folding it before cutting. This Halloween wreath is a better design for indoor Halloween decorations since outdoor elements can damage the black tissue paper pretty easily.
64. Chili Pepper Wreath
If you want to add a little spice to your fall decor, this dried chili pepper wreath at Jonathan Fong Style is a great way to do it. Red dried chili peppers are an unusual material for this sunburst-style wreath design, and they’re a nice change from the typical materials used in fall wreaths such as faux berries or acorns.
A thick straw wreath is a good foundation for dried chilies since the chilies can be fragile. Be sure to pile on plenty of chilies so there aren’t any gaps in the design.
65. Tobacco Basket Fall Wreath
This tobacco basket wreath from Charleston Crafted is a unique wreath that takes a detour from the typical fall wreaths you might see on the front doors in your neighborhood. Tobacco basket wreaths are a great choice for homes with a rustic or country aesthetic, and you can change up the faux flowers used as the centerpiece depending on your personal taste.
Include faux flower colors that are complementary to the other colors used to decorate your home exterior and you’ll end up with a classy fall wreath you could leave up all year long if you chose.
66. Festive Fall Nut Wreath
Nuts are a popular addition to many fall wreaths, and this nut wreath from the Farmer’s Almanac makes use of several different nut types to add plenty of texture and visual interest to its design. Get a few mixed bags of hazelnuts, pecans, and almonds, and add some acorn caps for an eclectic look that is sure to get compliments.
After using hot glue to stick on all your wreath accessories, you can optionally use a varnish or gloss sealer to help keep your nut wreath looking nice every autumn after you store it in the winter.
67. Book Page Fall Wreath
If you’re looking for fall wreath designs for the inside of your house, look no further than this book page wreath at A Delightsome Life. All you need to put these together are some book pages from a book that needs recycling, a few embroidery hoops, and a hot glue gun.
You can trace any style of leaf, but oak and maple leaves look appropriate for fall. If you want to add a little flair to your book leaves, try staining them with tea to make them look antique.
68. Fall Ombre Rosette Wreath
This fall ombre rosette wreath at Flamingo Toes is perfect if you’re trying to make a DIY wreath with a touch of sophistication. While the materials in this wreath such as graduated printed fabrics might be a little more expensive than more rustic fall wreaths, it is well worth the money to make this beautiful centerpiece for your door.
Making the fabric rosettes on this wreath is easy. All you have to do is cut the graduated fabric swatches into strips and twist them into a flower-shaped spiral. A fall pennant tops off this refined autumn look.
69. Halloween Candy Wreath
This Halloween candy wreath at Living a Vida Holoka is a little bit different than your typical Halloween wreath, but it’s also one of the easiest to make. Chances are if you’re getting ready for Halloween, you’ve already got several bags of colorful pre-wrapped candy lying around for trick-or-treaters.
All you need to do is purchase an extra bag or two of candies with packaging in colors that you think will look good in your wreath.
70. Buffalo Plaid Farmhouse Wreath
Buffalo plaid is a popular pattern to use in rustic or farmhouse decor, and fall seasonal decorations are no exception to the rule. This farmhouse wreath from Lovely Etc. adds some black-and-white style to your decor, but you can include different colors of faux flowers as the centerpiece decoration at the bottom of the wreath if you want to include an accent color from other areas of your home.
This monochromatic look is also a smart autumn look for homes that have a modern or contemporary aesthetic.
Fall Wreath FAQ
Are Fall Wreaths Tacky?
You may have heard people express distaste for fall wreaths on the grounds that they’re tacky or overly fussy, but a lot of these criticisms come from poorly designed or put-together wreaths. To create a homemade fall wreath that doesn’t look tacky, you need to choose the proper materials, centerpiece decorations, and design for your wreath. Taking a bunch of faux leaves and branches and just gluing them willy-nilly on a wreath will end up looking sloppy and cluttered.
To avoid this, here are a few tips for keeping your homemade fall wreath design looking classy:
- Less is more. For more simple wreaths, be sure not to add too many extra pieces. Otherwise, it may end up looking thrown together rather than a deliberate design. Wreaths are like outfits – one of the best ways to look like you aren’t trying too hard is to pick out your accessories, then put a few back.
- Keep things consistent. If you’re putting together a fall wreath that has the same material all the way around, whether it’s nuts or burlap, you will want to keep everything looking balanced from one end of the wreath to the other. In some designs, it’s okay for the wreath to look a little bottom heavy with a focal point decoration, but otherwise, if you’re hot gluing things onto your wreath, you’ll want to keep things looking even all the way around to avoid an amateur arts-and-crafts look.
- Check out the colors in the rest of your house. If your house is decorated in cool blues and greens, you won’t want to choose colors in your wreath that clash. Instead, choose complementary colors from the opposite side of the color wheel or pick matching colors for a more monochromatic vibe. When in doubt, decorating your wreath in neutral colors will match any interior or exterior design your home already has.
- Stick to a color scheme. A handy guide is to use three discrete colors plus a shade of one of the colors you’re already using. This will help keep your wreath looking unified. If you’re using patterned materials, try to stick to one pattern and then incorporate colors within it as your solids.
If you make your fall wreath carefully and choose colors/textures that work well with each other, your wreath will only help make your home look nicer than it already does!
How Do You Choose Accessories for a Fall Wreath?
By using the DIY wreath recipes in the list above, you’ll avoid having to choose your own fall wreath accessories. Most of these DIY wreaths have a supply list that will tell you everything you need to buy to pull off the perfect wreath. However, if you want to do a variation on one of the wreaths above or you just want to design your own, you’ll need some ideas for good general fall wreath accessories.
Here are a few of the different materials you can use to design a fall wreath:
- Faux branches/leaves/berries
- Nuts
- Ribbons
- Wheat stalks
- Dried citrus slices
- Faux flowers
What Themes Are Traditional for a Fall Wreath?
Fall wreaths come in a wide variety of different themes and designs, which is great because no matter how your house is decorated there’s sure to be a fall wreath style that will look great in it. These are some of the typical themes you’ll see fall wreaths built around:
- Halloween: Halloween wreaths are a great way to decorate for the spookiest month of the year, and they’re also a good indicator to the neighborhood that you’re a house to stop at for trick-or-treating. Halloween decor on the outside of your home helps trick-or-treaters know if you celebrate the holiday or not.
- Fall flowers: Floral arrangements aren’t as popular in the fall as they are in the spring and summer. However, faux flowers that are symbolic of fall, such as sunflowers and mums, are a great way to incorporate florals into your home decor all year without having to worry about cold fall nights killing them off.
- Harvest: Many fall wreaths revolve around a harvest or woodland theme, and these wreaths are usually heavy on forest found objects such as branches, faux leaves, nuts, and faux berry twigs. Faux mini pumpkins are also a popular accessory. Harvest-themed fall wreaths are probably one of the most popular types due to this type of wreath dating all the way back to ancient Greece.
- Farmhouse: Farmhouse fall wreaths tend to incorporate materials found on farms such as burlap, straw, dried Indian corn, and wheat stalks. These wreaths look awesome with rustic decor and can help spruce up an otherwise simple country exterior.
Are Fall Wreaths Expensive to Make?
Fall wreaths can be as expensive or as cheap to make as you want. In general, the fancier your wreath-making materials are, the more expensive the final product will be to make. To avoid a big bill for your wreath project, stick with simpler materials such as burlap over silk ribbon, and try to incorporate found objects instead of just buying everything at the craft store.
Here are a few additional tips for keeping your fall wreaths affordable:
- Watch for sales. Buying your crafting supplies on sale can save you hundreds of dollars over the course of the season. Just don’t go overboard buying stuff you “think” you’ll need, because otherwise you’ll end up spending a bunch of money on supplies you won’t actually use.
- Buy in bulk. Certain fall crafting supplies like faux leaves and burlap ribbon are smart to buy in bulk. These items don’t go bad and come in handy for a wide range of different fall crafting products, so buying them in bulk should save you money in the long run.
- Reuse your wreaths. The cost of making fall wreaths will really build up if you decide you want to make new wreaths every year, so make a point to take care of your old wreaths by storing them in protective containers in the off-season and making sure they don’t get damaged by mice or moths. This is especially the case if you end up building an expensive wreath.
Many people associate wreaths with Christmas, but the truth is that there are different DIY and crafted wreaths you can use to adorn your front door or your household walls for any season or holiday. Fall wreaths are a great way to incorporate seasonal arrangements into your home as well as a way to show off your flair for home crafts. The great thing about DIY seasonal wreaths is that they can help you set a mood for your home no matter what time of year it is.
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